At this time when we celebrate two important Jews—Judah Maccabee and Jesus, the Christ—let us receive what each of them offers the world. Though I prefer to think of him as Scottish, Judah Maccabee campaigned bravely and sagaciously to regain and restore the temple in Jerusalem. Jesus also came to restore, but for him the goal was to restore the temple of the Heart to its rightful place at the center of our lives.
In a completely different tradition, but with the same goal, Swami Muktananda lived his life. Baba called Jesus the Incarnation of Love, and in the ashram we would celebrate his life and the lives of all great beings. So I wish each of you a Merry Christmas and a Happy Hanukah, with the awareness that God dwells within you as you.
With love and best wishes for the holidays and beyond,
Rohini
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