Sunday, April 28, 2024

 When David discusses solitude, he is referring to experiencing personal hardship that has caused him to reflect inwardly. His use of strong language stems from his efforts to convey his emotional state rather than believing that God is in control and everything will be alright. In American culture, we tend to tackle problems by breaking them down and analyzing them individually. We strive to integrate new elements into our personalities. In contrast, the Jewish culture emphasizes outwardly expressing one's inner experiences. The discussion on anger has already been misconstrued. I was not advocating for expressing anger towards those who wrong us, but rather highlighting the importance of being honest and open with God about our emotions. In our society, there is a tendency to believe that private actions must always be made public. However, we can learn from the example of David, who privately expressed his troubles to God without it affecting his public image.

In this particular society, there is a prevailing fixation on strength and emotional detachment. This is evident in the widespread use of medication to alleviate feelings of anxiety and stress. However, the Jewish perspective diverges from this norm by interpreting struggle as a test to be conquered, rather than a punishment from God. Instead of accepting outward troubles as a given, they approach them with anger, recognizing the destructive nature of the experience. Conversely, individuals in this culture do not typically view themselves as blessed, leading to a lack of acceptance towards being troubled. They rarely express anger when faced with challenges. Conversely, David, in his understanding of God's unwavering standard of love, faithfulness, kindness, and patience, recognized that his own desires would be subsumed by God's desires. Consequently, he fearlessly expressed his struggles as distressing, embracing transparency.

Furthermore, when one approaches the aforementioned passage from a strictly scholarly perspective, one naturally fixates on the literal words and reaches a conclusion regarding the author's personal struggles. However, when one instead embraces and fervently appeals to a higher power using the author's words, a profound sense of restoration is experienced. In my articulation of the sensation of loneliness, it is crucial to note that I have already undergone a transformative process by employing these words. It is akin to gazing into a mirror, where the utilization of the author's expression facilitates the emergence of a renewed self-identity. Consequently, one's attention is redirected away from the burdensome afflictions, as I have already introspected and emerged on the other side of such tribulations. This elucidates the manner in which I approach my writing.

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