Profs. Robert Alter & Daniel Matt—Sacred Sounds: Kabbalat Shabbat Exploration in Learning & Song (Zoom only)
- Pacific Time Virtual Program
In partnership with Urban Adamah
An immersive exploration of the tunes, words, and significance of Kabbalat Shabbat (Welcoming the Sabbath on Friday Evening). Each week will focus on a different aspect of Kabbalat Shabbat, beginning with a short teaching led by esteemed guest scholars, preceded by dinner and schmoozing and followed by a singing circle led by Urban Adamah's Ritual Director, Elaina Marshalek.
This program is in person at Urban Adamah, but you may register below for the following teachings on Zoom:
Prof. Robert Alter will illuminate the poetic beauty and meaning of the Psalms, offering insights into their historical context and literary elegance.
Wednesday, March 27 @ 7pm on Zoom (Psalms teaching only)Prof. Daniel Matt will lead us in exploring the mystical dimensions of Kabbalat Shabbat, through the teachings of the Zohar
Wednesday, April 3 @ 7pm on Zoom (Zohar teaching only)These Zoom sessions are approximately 30 minutes.
Your contact information will be shared with Urban Adamah, our program partner.
If you'd like to attend the entire series in person, you may register via Urban Adamah.
