A few years ago, I listened to a rabbi give a talk and she was explaining what a blessing is. It is a naming of something, she said. What you are blessing already has to be latent in the person, otherwise it doesn't mean anything. But if it is {latent}, and you bless what hasn't yet come forth - the fruit - it is a very powerful action. Think of your writing as bestowing a blessing. I'll leave you with that. {Aimee Bender, "On the Making of Orchards"}
A rabbi described blessings as a way of recognizing and naming what is already present within someone, even if it hasn't manifested yet. This process is significant, as it brings to light potential that may not have been acknowledged before. Such a blessing empowers the person and can lead to profound transformations.
The concept of viewing writing as a form of blessing emphasizes the importance of recognizing the inherent qualities and potential in our work. When writers acknowledge and nurture these latent possibilities, they engage in a creative act that holds the power to inspire and elevate both themselves and their audiences.
