MEDITATION
"The spiritual realm is remarkably subtle. For this reason, in the story of Elijah (1 Kings 19: 11-12), God is not found in the whirlwind, fire or earthquake -- but in the subtle voice (or sound) that can only be heard in silence
(qol d'mamah daqah)." - Rabbi Jonathan Omer-Mann
(qol d'mamah daqah)." - Rabbi Jonathan Omer-Mann
Meditation is a core practice in our community. Please join us in one of the meditation sessions or contemplative services listed here. No meditation experience necessary. To learn more about Jewish meditation, we recommend the book Discovering Jewish Meditation, written by long-time Chochmat HaLev supporter and teacher Nan Fink Gefen. You can also read more about Jewish Meditation on our website.
ON-GOING MEDITATION OFFERINGS
Monday Evenings - Torah of Awakening
An Evening of Meditation and Teaching
with Brian Yosef Schachter-Brooks
"Awakening" is the experiential realization that you are infinitely more than your thoughts and feelings. Beneath the personality is a radiant field of awareness, free from negativity and connected to aliveness of the present moment.
Come and discover the freedom and joy which are your essence and birthright through the power of meditation and Kabbalah.
7:30- 9:30 p.m.
Please check calendar for scheduling updates
An Evening of Meditation and Teaching
with Brian Yosef Schachter-Brooks
"Awakening" is the experiential realization that you are infinitely more than your thoughts and feelings. Beneath the personality is a radiant field of awareness, free from negativity and connected to aliveness of the present moment.
Come and discover the freedom and joy which are your essence and birthright through the power of meditation and Kabbalah.
7:30- 9:30 p.m.
Please check calendar for scheduling updates
Wednesday Mornings: Meditation of Presence
with Laura Goldman and Jeffrey Kessler.
8:15 - 9:00 a.m. in the Garden Room. Please check calendar for scheduling updates
We sit together in silence, after a brief teaching on Meditation Practice in connection with the Weekly Torah Portion or where we find ourselves in the Jewish Sacred Calendar.
with Laura Goldman and Jeffrey Kessler.
8:15 - 9:00 a.m. in the Garden Room. Please check calendar for scheduling updates
We sit together in silence, after a brief teaching on Meditation Practice in connection with the Weekly Torah Portion or where we find ourselves in the Jewish Sacred Calendar.
Thursday Afternoons: Tai Chi, Meditation, and Chi Gung
with Jeffrey Kessler
5:00 pm - 6:30pm
Drawing on teachings from both Chinese and Jewish Mysticism, we cultivate embodied awareness through a variety of movement, breathing, and meditation practices. This ongoing class is designed to aid the development of vibrant health, inner strength, balance, and harmony.
For more information click here
with Jeffrey Kessler
5:00 pm - 6:30pm
Drawing on teachings from both Chinese and Jewish Mysticism, we cultivate embodied awareness through a variety of movement, breathing, and meditation practices. This ongoing class is designed to aid the development of vibrant health, inner strength, balance, and harmony.
For more information click here
Contemplative Kabbalat Shabbat (Friday evening) Service
Second Friday evening of each month beginning February, 2012, as listed below (please check the Calendar for scheduling updates)
7:30-9:00 p.m.
Kiddush and Potluck Oneg following the service.
Welcome Shabbat with quiet and community. Join us for this Meditation & Chant service with rotating leadership by Estelle Frankel, Laura Goldman, Jeffrey Kessler, Ibrahim Farajajé and friends. Our service is followed by Kiddush and a potluck oneg.
Second Friday evening of each month beginning February, 2012, as listed below (please check the Calendar for scheduling updates)
7:30-9:00 p.m.
Kiddush and Potluck Oneg following the service.
Welcome Shabbat with quiet and community. Join us for this Meditation & Chant service with rotating leadership by Estelle Frankel, Laura Goldman, Jeffrey Kessler, Ibrahim Farajajé and friends. Our service is followed by Kiddush and a potluck oneg.
Contemplative Shabbat Morning (Saturday) Service
2d and 4th Shabbat mornings of every month as listed below (please check the Calendar for scheduling updates)
10:30 a.m.
Led by Jeffrey Kessler and Laura Goldman
Join us for contemplative worship on the second and fourth Shabbat mornings of every month at 10:30AM. Our service follows the arc of the traditional liturgy, in distilled form -- with alternating periods of chanting and silence. After a time for personal prayer (Amidah), we conclude with a brief Torah drash, the Mourner's Kaddish, and a healing circle. A wonderful way to nourish and harmonize your soul through mindful connection with the Divine.
Please check calendar for scheduling updates
2d and 4th Shabbat mornings of every month as listed below (please check the Calendar for scheduling updates)
10:30 a.m.
Led by Jeffrey Kessler and Laura Goldman
Join us for contemplative worship on the second and fourth Shabbat mornings of every month at 10:30AM. Our service follows the arc of the traditional liturgy, in distilled form -- with alternating periods of chanting and silence. After a time for personal prayer (Amidah), we conclude with a brief Torah drash, the Mourner's Kaddish, and a healing circle. A wonderful way to nourish and harmonize your soul through mindful connection with the Divine.
Please check calendar for scheduling updates
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Members and friends in the East Bay, San Francisco, Marin, South Bay, Contra Costa, the greater Bay Area and around the country.
