Hasidism and Neo-Hasidism: Mystical Revival in Modern Times
from $72.00
with Jonah Gelfand
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When
Wednesdays- 3 Weeks - 7-8:30 pm ET / 4-5:30 pm PT January 14 · 21 · 28
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“In the beginning, God created…” — We’ve heard these words, but what do they really mean for our lives today? How can an ancient creation-story open up fresh spiritual possibilities in a world of change and complexity?
In this three-part mini-course, we’ll journey into the opening verses of the Torah through the lens of Hasidic and neo-Hasidic wisdom. Each session delves into a powerful 18th-century Hasidic interpretation of the words “In the beginning” to uncover themes of Divine Presence, human empowerment, and spiritual joy. Then we’ll bring the tradition into the present, exploring how neo-Hasidic voices re-imagine these insights for a contemporary progressive Judaism.
Whether you’re drawn to mystical depth, modern relevance, or the intersection of both — this course invites you to begin again, ask bold questions, and re-imagine creation as a sacred space for spiritual awakening and communal possibility.
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This class will be recorded and available to enrolled students to watch later.
Cost
This course is available at a sliding scale cost of $126 (the true cost), $99 or $72.
If you can afford the full price, we hope you will choose that option, which allows us to continue to offer lower rates and scholarships to those who otherwise would not be able to access this learning because of financial barriers.
Wednesdays- 3 Weeks - 7-8:30 pm ET / 4-5:30 pm PT January 14 · 21 · 28
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“In the beginning, God created…” — We’ve heard these words, but what do they really mean for our lives today? How can an ancient creation-story open up fresh spiritual possibilities in a world of change and complexity?
In this three-part mini-course, we’ll journey into the opening verses of the Torah through the lens of Hasidic and neo-Hasidic wisdom. Each session delves into a powerful 18th-century Hasidic interpretation of the words “In the beginning” to uncover themes of Divine Presence, human empowerment, and spiritual joy. Then we’ll bring the tradition into the present, exploring how neo-Hasidic voices re-imagine these insights for a contemporary progressive Judaism.
Whether you’re drawn to mystical depth, modern relevance, or the intersection of both — this course invites you to begin again, ask bold questions, and re-imagine creation as a sacred space for spiritual awakening and communal possibility.
—
This class will be recorded and available to enrolled students to watch later.
Cost
This course is available at a sliding scale cost of $126 (the true cost), $99 or $72.
If you can afford the full price, we hope you will choose that option, which allows us to continue to offer lower rates and scholarships to those who otherwise would not be able to access this learning because of financial barriers.
Jonah Mac Gelfand (he/him) is a rabbinical student at Hebrew College. He got his Master's in Jewish Studies from the Graduate Theological Union, where his research focused on neo-Hasidic leadership, and his writing has been published in both popular and academic journals. He is also the co-founder and Editor-in-Chief of Gashmius Magazine, an online publication for progressive neo-Hasidism.
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