Stacey Zisook Robinson, z"l

Stacey Zisook Robinson, z"l, who died on March 8, 2021, was a member of Congregation Hakafa in Glencoe, IL. She blogged at Stumbling Towards Meaning and authored a collection of poems and essays, Dancing in the Palm of God's Hand.

Partial view of woman's pink silky skirt with gold beading hanging from the tiers
Purim

Book of Esther: A Poem

Stacey Zisook Robinson, z"l

Reform Jewish poet Stacey Z. Robinson wrote this original poem for Purim, painting a much different picture of Esther than we knew as children.

Silhouette of a woman staring into a pink sunset
Torah Study

Hagar's Song: A Poem for Parashat Vayeira

Stacey Zisook Robinson, z"l

As with so much of my writing, I use my poetry to explore our sacred text, to question the actions of our ancestors, and so perhaps find deeper understanding of God, or people, and myself.

Newly lit yahrzeit candle in a spoon rest on top of a white stove

Memorial: A Poem for Yizkor

Stacey Zisook Robinson, z"l

Poet Stacey Zisook Robinson reflects upon lighting a yahrzeit candle.