The Call of the Lioness

Jewish Pride - Summary of Ben Freeman's talk

The lion keeps showing up in my sphere. By the 3rd time I am interrupted by an image, numerical sequence or theme, it’s best that I pay attention.

The lion is part of my tribal ancestral heritage from the land of Judea.

Photo by Prince David on Unsplash

The lion of Judah has long been a symbol of bravery, nobility, and strength. This symbolism is used in the bible over 150 times but is most commonly equated with the House of Judah and the descendants of the House of Judah, including Judah himself, King David, King Solomon, and Jesus.

I recently attended a talk given by author (Jewish Pride and Reclaiming our Story) and historian, Ben Freeman in Los Angeles. The talk wasn’t publicly advertised as safety can become problematic in Jewish spaces. Having to be buzzed into the synagogue, bag-checked for weapons into a harmless gathering and conversation should never feel normal.

In the likelihood that you will never read Ben’s book or perhaps you don’t know the specifics of this truth no matter which “side” you reside. I hope this is a helpful account of historical facts as a path to understanding on a deeper level to what is happening in our world. I sit in a strange yet privileged place, where it feels the world has gone mad with hate of a minority group and also with immense responsibility to comprehend the make up of the diversity of humans in a region on the other side of the world.

There should be no sides of humanity and the power of one people’s right to exist over another. I want peace and equality to reign.