We will look at poems that not just describe but embody encounter itself, such as poetry written by people we might think of as ‘other' and poetry in which the poem itself directly speaks to the reader.
Jewish tradition is a storehouse of wisdom and practical application on how to navigate the world of conflict and how we respond to it. In this Immersion, we will explore what conflict transformation might look like in our times.
Join writer Amy Gottlieb for an interactive exploration of Leonard Cohen's powerful creative work and discover how Cohen's lyrics express a desire for transcendence and relationship with God. Cohen's song lyrics will inspire writing prompts to generate your own poems, prose or even song lyrics.
In this three session program, we will explore the Hasidic notion of change through the study of texts and discussion. No Hasidic background is required.
In periods of uncertainty, Mussar can be a practice that helps us see more clearly and not merge with our sense of despair. Join Rabbi Joshua Boettiger for a four session immersion where we will explore this ancient lineage tradition – studying middot (precepts) and practices from the Mussar masters. In each session, we will also read and compose poetry related to Mussar themes – poetry of proximity, relationality, perplexity, responsibility.
We will look at poems that not just describe but embody encounter itself, such as poetry written by people we might think of as ‘other' and poetry in which the poem itself directly speaks to the reader.
