Classics of Mussar: Judaism is About Love
Join Rabbi Jay LeVine and partner Bruce Kochis for stimulating conversation around Rabbi Shai Held's new book, Judaism Is About Love. This soon-to-be classic of Jewish thought draws on mussar (Jewish spiritual-ethical) insights to remind us that at the core of Jewish practice, belief, and identity is the central practice of love. We encourage you to purchase the book, and will provide some excerpts digitally as well. You can read Held's introduction here.
We conclude our study of Rabbi Shai Held's book Judaism is about Love with a focus on chapters 8-10. If you're curious but haven't attended a mussar session yet, or you can only attend one or two sessions, you are still very welcome - each class functions as a stand-alone learning experience.
Where: Partner Residence in Mt. Baker Neighborhood
When: Tuesday evenings
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Rabbi Jay LeVine
Rabbi Jay Asher LeVine is a life-long learner and seeker of wisdom and beauty. He is married to Rabbi Laura Rumpf and together they have two children, Ami and Nava. Rabbi Jay grew up the son of two music teachers in Willcox, Arizona, attended college at the University of Arizona where he earned dual degrees in Finance and Judaic Studies, and then entered rabbinical seminary at Hebrew Union College in Los Angeles. For the past six years, he has served as one of the rabbis at Temple Isaiah in Lafayette, CA. He has been trained in community organizing and mussar facilitation, and is a trained Jewish Studio Project Facilitator, using a Jewish art methodology promoting healing and belonging.