Phases in the Creation and Enactment of a New or Adapted Jewish Rite of Passage
written by Rabbi Goldie Milgram with Barry Bub, M.D.
Phase I. Preparation
The initial idea:
You have felt the need to enact or commemorate a major event in your life. A thought occurs - how about a ritual? Some questions:
· What is the significance of the transition, what do I want the ritual to support, what do I need?
· What metaphors, myths, or stories from Jewish and local culture come to mind as symbolizing me or my transition?
