Wise Center, Zoom

Presented by: Rabbi Anna Burke What do the foundational texts of rabbinic Judaism say about gender—and what do they leave unsaid? In this session, we’ll explore how the rabbis imagined women’s roles in areas such as marriage, religious authority, and ritual purity. Were the rabbis more progressive than we assume? How might feminist and liberal [...]

Presented by: Rabbi Neil Hirsch Welcome to the wonderful sea of Talmud study! Ever curious about the Jewish perspectives on key issues of Jewish life and practice? Rabbi Hirsch is restarting our monthly study sessions on rabbinic literature, where he will help you explore foundational texts, engage in meaningful learning, and have some wonderful debates. [...]

Presented by: Rabbi Zachary Goodman Cue the lights, the music, and the shopping mall Santas—it’s the most wonderful time of the year… for many. But for Jews, December can be a complex season of identity, belonging, and boundary-setting. This three-part class explores the "December Dilemma" in depth: historically, spiritually, and communally. Together, we’ll examine how [...]

Presented by: Yiscah Smith Join us for a special Zoom lecture with Yiscah Smith—renowned spiritual teacher, author, and activist. Yiscah will share insights from her newest book, Planting Seeds of the Divine: Jewish Spiritual Wisdom Reimagined—a rich collection of teachings and reflections that invite readers into a deep and personal encounter with the Divine. Drawing [...]

Presented by: Rabbi Zachary Goodman Cue the lights, the music, and the shopping mall Santas—it’s the most wonderful time of the year… for many. But for Jews, December can be a complex season of identity, belonging, and boundary-setting. This three-part class explores the "December Dilemma" in depth: historically, spiritually, and communally. Together, we’ll examine how [...]