(Photo credit: Anonymous Christian Artist) At times, I want to get away with God, to feel that my undivided attention is directed only upon Him, and His on me. Do you know what I mean? However, my world also surrounds me - demanding my undivided attention. I have to resist! My feelings of steadiness and security in my daily life also requires this private time with my Lord! My prayer shawl (tallit) allows me to feel I am wrapped in His loving arms. In ancient times, God's people sought means to be wrapped in the presence of God every day of their lives. In Scripture... (Numbers 15:38-40) God gave the people specific instructions to make tassels (tzitzit) to the corners of their garments to remind them of all the commands of the Lord. I am not Jewish. However, I do enjoy the outward, visible sign of God's love and care, and the manifested presence of His revealed Son and Holy Spirit I feel my tallit allows. I occasionally wear my tallit when I am alone, recognizing it is fille...