May these feelings of dread

Passover us.

May COVID-19

Passover us.

And also over everyone we love

And over everyone whom we don’t know

But whom others love

And depend upon

For food, clothing, shelter

And loving care.

May the burdens that stressed out parents are shouldering

Passover their trusting children

So that their children are not forever marked by 

This Sheltering ordeal.

May feelings of gratitude

Pass into us

And establish permanent residence

In our hearts and thoughts.

May our best intentions

Pass into us

And be carried through us

To reach and comfort everyone we love.

Help us transform our suffering into generosity.

Help us feel gratitude for the strength that comes

From renewing our family bonds. 

Amen.

-Karen Ostrov


haggadah Section: Commentary / Readings