Kindling the Soul: Hanukkah Mysticism in Candlelight

"The Soul of person is the candle of the Divine"
In the Zohar and various Hasidic-mystical works, a person is compared to the flame of a candle. Together we'll look at some of these sources and what they suggest for how we can relate spiritually to the candles this Hanukkah and about the Divine need for our light. We'll end with a meditation practice using the candles themselves.

Rav Naftali Hirsch (he/him) is here to ask how Jewish spirituality, text and traditions can connect us more deeply to each other, ourselves, and That which is beyond us. Ordained at Hebrew College, R' Naftali has spent his time since working in education in synagogues and experiential learning. He is also trained as a shochet and as a teacher of Jewish meditation with Or haLev and IJS. He loves learning any kind of Jewish text and would be so delighted to chat with you about any questions you're asking – or about the questions you don’t quite have the words to ask.

Who are these classes for?

Our classes are for everyone—whether you’re brand new to the topic or have been engaging with it for years, we encourage participation from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experience levels. Unless otherwise noted, no prior knowledge or experience is needed. Not sure if a class is for you? Email us at Learning@Lehr.haus!

Why are there tickets at different prices?

Our tickets utilize a Pay-What-You-Can model so attendees can pay a range of prices based on what they are able to pay to allow for greater accessibility. Please select the price point that feels right for you.

Can I eat during class?

While we do not serve food in the study, you are welcome to order and enjoy drinks during class and join us for a meal before or after class. We highly recommend making a reservation if you know you'll be dining with us. Visit www.lehr.haus/reservation to check availability and book a table.