On Yom Kippur, the holiest day of the year, Dr. Julian Ungar-Sargon spends time in his beloved study surrounded by his burgundy books before his pregnant daughter joins him. They share a moment reading and interpreting a text before he leaves. Despite the sacredness of the holiday, the author feels elated and calm, and reflects on the intersection of personal instinct and religious law.
Theological Essays
Theological Essays by Dr. Julian Ungar-Sargon.