Cooler temperatures and turning leaves mark the beginning of autumn. Although trees may soon be bare, there are plenty of spiritual fruits to be harvested in the fall. "Autumn is the mellower season, and what we lose in flowers, we more than gain in fruits." - Samuel Butler Abundance For many cultures, autumn harvest is considered the most important and abundant time of the year. Bounties of fruits, vegetables, and grains are coming into season, providing sustenan

​​ Thanksgiving is more than gratitude in return for our good; it includes expectation of and gratitude for all blessings in advance. Since known history, people around the world have been giving thanks as a standard yet sacred practice of devotion and spiritual well-being. Today, many nations observe a Thanksgiving holiday with special celebrations of appreciation for all the good received throughout the year. However, the ancient Hebrews understood that thanksgivi