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Levi Brackman (Rabbi, PhD)

Scholar, Podcaster. Author, Seeker, Social Scientist, Entrepreneur

Levi Brackman (Rabbi, PhD)

Scholar, Podcaster. Author, Seeker, Social Scientist, Entrepreneur

Category: Rosh Hashana

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The Way of Life and Moral Living: A Kabbalistic Perspective from Derech Chaim by Rabbi Haim Vital

Levi Brackman, September 11, 2023September 11, 2023

Introduction Rabbi Chaim Vital, a seminal Kabbalistic figure, left an indelible mark on Jewish thought. Born in 1543 in Calabria, Italy, and later settling in Tzfat, Israel, he became one of the chief disciples of Rabbi Isaac Luria. He was instrumental in transcribing and disseminating Luria’s teachings, culminating in influential…

Reassessing Our Beliefs During the High Holidays

Levi Brackman, September 23, 2014May 7, 2017

It is at this time of year that Jews spend time in self reflection and assessment. The Jewish New Year or Rosh Hashanah, which begins tomorrow, starts a ten day period which culminates with Yom Kippur, the day of atonement. We can generally separate reflection into two categories: reflection on…

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