Embrace forgiveness as a spiritual
principle and
discover a new closeness with the Divine.
discover a new closeness with the Divine.
Forgiveness is a spiritual path that you
embark on with intention and vision, purposefully seeking to
bridge the gap between your hurt and suffering and your sense
of wholeness and resilient inner light—the light of God.
This inspiring guide for healing and
wholeness supplies you with a map to help you along your
forgiveness journey. Deeply personal stories, comforting
prayers and intimate meditations gently lead you through the
steps that allow for the evolution of forgiving—loss,
anger, acceptance, learning, forgiveness and restoration.
Tapping both ancient and contemporary sources for the
nourishment and strength needed as you seek to rekindle inner
peace, this book tenderly whispers encouragement as you are
brought to—and realize you are able to cross—your
own bridge to forgiveness.
“Very personal.... Asks readers ... to open their own souls to healing.... A useful introduction to the general topic of forgiveness, by a sensitive and knowledgeable teacher.... Recommended.”
—Association of Jewish Libraries Newsletter
“Lovely ... a perfect companion on the path to forgiveness, from those very difficult first steps to the ever-lighter steps that ultimately lead to peace, joy and wholeness.”
—Marcia Ford, author, The Sacred Art of Forgiveness: Forgiving Ourselves and Others through God’s Grace
“Heartfelt, soulful ... her insights are gentle and piercing. [This] is not simply a book to read, it is a journey to take.”
—Rabbi Rami Shapiro, author, The Sacred Art of Lovingkindness: Preparing to Practice
“This book’s word pictures move the reader into the author’s experience and the hope offered with its gentle tone and positive perspective.”
—Congregational Libraries Today
“Insightful, honest, frank ... will comfort anyone, from any spiritual background, who is struggling with the issue of forgiveness and will guide them toward healing. This is a beautiful book!”
—Marci Shimoff, #1 New York Times coauthor, Chicken Soup for the Woman’s Soul
“Like having a conversation with a caring and spiritually grounded friend who weaves stories, observations and prayers together for your benefit.”
—Faith@Work
“A beautiful book that will make a lasting impression on your life. Highly recommended.”
—Robert L. Veninga, author, A Gift of Hope: How We Survive Our Tragedies
“Elevates forgiveness into a spiritual practice.... A lovely and inspiring gift.”
—Jewish Book World
“Rabbi Kedar is that longed-for neighbor or girlfriend or aunt who—through gentle poetry and the honesty of stories—tells us what we need to hear in a way we are able to truly listen.”
—Rabbi Nina Beth Cardin, author, Tears of Sorrow, Seeds of Hope: A Jewish Spiritual Companion for Infertility and Pregnancy Loss
“A profound understanding of the practice of forgiveness as a healing discipline. If you carry anger in your heart, you must read this book. Whether you seek forgiveness, preach it, teach it or are gathering the courage to offer it, you cannot afford to be without it.”
—David Gottlieb, coauthor, Letters to a Buddhist Jew
