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Prof. Rachel B. Gross—Beyond the Synagogue: Jewish Nostalgia as Religious Practice
In partnership with the Contra Costa JCC
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Multiple Presenters: Sacred Sounds: Kabbalat Shabbat Exploration in Learning & Song (In person only)
Four-session series in partnership with Urban Adamah
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Profs. Robert Alter & Daniel Matt—Sacred Sounds: Kabbalat Shabbat Exploration in Learning & Song (Zoom only)
Virtual Program
In partnership with Urban Adamah
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Rabbi Peretz Wolf-Prusan: What REALLY Happened on Tish’ah Be-Av (Zoom only)
Virtual Program
Eicha, “how,” is the first Hebrew word of the Book of Lamentations, and its Hebrew title. Lamentations is read on Tish’a B’Av, but what really happened/happens on the 9th of Av, Tish’a Be-Av?
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Prof. Deena Aranoff—Talmud Study: High Holy Days
Hybrid Program
In partnership with the Osher Marin JCC
Please join us for an immersive two-hour Talmud session in which the words of the rabbis will enable us to step into the upcoming cycle of holidays: Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur and Sukkot. This study session will support us in preparing for this sacred time and its potential for restoration and transformation.
Sunday, September 15, 10am–12pm
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Rabbi Peretz Wolf-Prusan—If I Raise My Voice, Remember, I Am Only Praying: The Poetry of Alan Lew
Part of “LEHRHAUS ALEHOUSE” at Manny's in San Francisco
Are you seeking a more conversational and grounded circle to begin your process of personal contemplation this Elul? Join New Lehrhaus and Rabbi Peretz Wolf-Prusan for our latest Lehrhaus Alehouse series! This gathering will introduce you to the lively, profound and versatile Jewish-Buddhist texts of the late, great Alan Lew, a San Francisco rabbi and the founder of the world's first Jewish meditat... Read more
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Leanne Grossman: Teshuva (and More) in the Redwoods. NEW DATE, expanded topic!
NEW DATE: Sunday, Oct. 27 (same Time)
During these High Holy Days, we have an opportunity to experience the awesome redwoods in our midst through a Jewish lens. Join us for a two-hour hike through the forest reflecting on T’shuva and MORE: anticipating the rainy season - learning what the forest ecosystems of today may tell us about Jewish beliefs on nature. Moments of silence and meditation will allow is to ponder the Days of Awe each in our own way. Br... Read more
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Rabbi Rory Katz and Elaina Marshalek—Roots: Getting Grounded in Jewish Tradition
We are delighted to partner on this Urban Adamah program!
New to Judaism or trying to deepen your connection to Jewish practice? Join a cohort of fellow explorers to experience the Jewish fundamentals from an embodied and Earth-based perspective. Classes will combine text study, facilitated discussions, personal reflection, and embodied spiritual practices. Subjects will ... Read more
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Rabbi Greg Marcus: The Chesed Voice (Kindness) in Jewish Texts (on Zoom)
Virtual Program
The “Chesed voice,” which prioritizes Acts of Chesed (Lovingkindness) over Jewish Law, can be traced all the way back to the Torah itself. You will learn why in the Talmud a rabbi was executed because he only studied Torah and did not engage in acts of Chesed. Join us for an extraordinary exploration of the age-old (yet totally contemporary) tension between the strict letter of the law and unbounded acts Chesed.
Tuesdays, November 19, Decembe... Read more
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Rebecca Kaplan—To be a Jew in the World: Torah from Sinai to Oakland
Virtual Program
Join Rebecca Kaplan in finding Torah in unexpected places, from the Liberty Bell to area murals, contemporary community work, and her years of work (and some recent battles) at the Oakland City Council.
Thursdays, January 23, 30, February 6 @ 7–8:30pm
