Throughout my life I have taught a broad range of subjects including the history and evolution of Jewish ideas, Jewish thought and theology, important historical and contemporary issues through the lens of Jewish wisdom, as well as Torah and Talmud for the sheer pleasure of it.

While I enjoy teaching all these subjects, my heart belongs to teaching Jewish mystical texts, including the Zohar and other kabbalistic works, and the spiritual ideas of Hasidism as found in the writings and Torah commentaries of the Hasidic masters. These works of Mystical Judaism invite us to explore and enrich our own spiritual lives.

For me, teaching is an invitation to others to journey with me as we together explore Jewish wisdom and its spiritual depth. I see what I offer not so much as a class, but as a community of learning.

Current Classes

Life, It’s Complicated

Join this free ongoing weekly Thursday morning conversation about Jewish topics of interest, Jewish perspectives on contemporary issues, and how Jewish wisdom can help us live a more meaningful life.
Offered through the Peninsula JCC.
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the Soul of Torah: Hasidic Commentaries on the Weekly Torah Portion

Friday mornings.
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OROT CLASS: The Fire of the Ba’al Shem Tov

Together we will explore the essential teachings and profound spiritual path of the Ba’al Shem Tov through texts, stories told about him, and contemporary scholarship. In addition to discussion and inquiry, we’ll utilize both chant and meditation to deepen our understanding of his ideas and how they might speak to us on our spiritual journeys.
Wednesdays, 5:00 – 6:30 pm Pacific Time/7:00 – 8:30 pm Central Time
Starting in January, 2023.
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Meditation

Join weekly guided meditation sessions with time for questions and sharing.
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learning zohar

Monday evenings.
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