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God Among Us
There is a tradition in mystical Judaism that a Messiah appears in every generation but goes unrecognized or unappreciated. The title story of this collection reflects that tradition. It also captures the essence of Yiddish story-telling - the subtle entry of the supernatural into daily life. This sort of epiphany does not explain or reveal but only reminds those who witness it of the mystery of the world they live in. It is based not on a theology 0f power but one of permanent, impenetrable hiddenness. It strives not to convince but to question the nature of reality. It is confident without triumphalism. And it recognizes that even the Messiah has to make a living.
There is a tradition in mystical Judaism that a Messiah appears in every generation but goes unrecognized or unappreciated. The title story of this collection reflects that tradition. It also captures the essence of Yiddish story-telling - the subtle entry of the supernatural into daily life. This sort of epiphany does not explain or reveal but only reminds those who witness it of the mystery of the world they live in. It is based not on a theology 0f power but one of permanent, impenetrable hiddenness. It strives not to convince but to question the nature of reality. It is confident without triumphalism. And it recognizes that even the Messiah has to make a living.
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