Earl A. Grollman (1925–2021)

Sent to me as a condolence message, I found it quite a nice, comforting volume. I especially was moved by thinking about and rereading the 23rd Psalm. Walking though the valley of the shadow of death -- I had always understood it as referring to risking one's life and having a narrow escape, due to God's assistance or intervention -- not a very believable piece of magic. It had never occurred to me to see it as caring for or accompanying a dying person. Seen that way, it is a more authentic message of comfort and sustenance for the survivor, as if to say -- this is a sad, difficult thing, but I will help you through it and be with you throughout it.… (más)