Rabbi Charna Rosenholtz

Twelve Tribes, Twelve Months: Elul

Twelve Tribes, Twelve Months: Elul

Rabbi Charna Rosenholtz’s article on Elul emphasizes inner reflection, preparation for renewal, and actionable steps to align values with actions as the new year approaches.

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Twelve Tribes, Twelve Months: Av

Twelve Tribes, Twelve Months: Elul

The Hebrew month of Av reflects contrasts of mourning and joy, teaching us to embrace grief and listen deeply, fostering transformation and rebuilding after loss.

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Twelve Tribes, Twelve Months: Tammuz

Twelve Tribes, Twelve Months: Elul

Rabbi Charna Rosenholtz's new column explores the Hebrew month of Tammuz, emphasizing spiritual clarity, moral insight, and the need to confront distortions in how we see ourselves and others.

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Twelve Tribes, Twelve Months: Sivan

Twelve Tribes, Twelve Months: Elul

Rabbi Charna Rosenholtz's column explores Sivan, emphasizing the importance of Torah as a guiding force for moral progress and mindful living, encouraging personal reflection and sincere action.

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Twelve Tribes, Twelve Months: Iyar

Twelve Tribes, Twelve Months: Elul

Rabbi Charna Rosenholtz's monthly column explores the spiritual significance of Iyar, emphasizing healing, preparation, and the importance of personal growth during this transitional period.

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Twelve Tribes, Twelve Months: Nissan

Twelve Tribes, Twelve Months: Elul

Nissan, a month of renewal and emergence in the Jewish calendar, emphasizes acknowledgment, responsibility, and the importance of beginning again, especially through the lens of Pesach.

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Haver Releases Statement About ICE Conduct

Haver Releases Statement About ICE Conduct

The Haver Rabbinic and Cantorial Council urges Boulder County residents to oppose ICE's unjust practices, advocating for immigrant rights and moral action in their community.

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Twelve Tribes, Twelve Months: Adar

Twelve Tribes, Twelve Months: Elul

Rabbi Charna Rosenholtz's column explores Hebrew months. This column is about Adar and Purim, emphasizing joy amid struggle, community, self-discovery, and acts of giving.

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Twelve Tribes, Twelve Months: Sh’vat

Twelve Tribes, Twelve Months: Elul

Rabbi Charna Rosenholtz's column explores the spiritual essence of each Hebrew month. Sh’vat symbolizes awakening, growth, and inner alignment with nature, encouraging mindful nourishment and intention.

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Twelve Tribes, Twelve Months: Tevet

Twelve Tribes, Twelve Months: Elul

Rabbi Charna Rosenholtz's column explores Tevet's paradoxical energies of judgment and introspection, inviting deeper awareness and purpose during this winter month of quiet transformation.

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Twelve Tribes, Twelve Months: Kislev

Twelve Tribes, Twelve Months: Elul

Rabbi Charna Rosenholtz's column explores Kislev's spiritual themes, emphasizing introspection, dreams, and Hanukkah's significance, guiding readers on their inner journeys during this month.

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Twelve Tribes, Twelve Months: Cheshvan

Twelve Tribes, Twelve Months: Elul

The Netivot Shalom reveals that Avraham's children symbolize diverse spiritual paths. Cheshvan emphasizes humility, ongoing transformation, inner reflection, and the importance of Torah study after the High Holidays.

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Twelve Tribes, Twelve Months: A New Look at Jewish Time

Twelve Tribes, Twelve Months: Elul

A New Monthly Column for Boulder Jewish News for 5786 from Rabbi Charna Rosenholtz Month One: Tishrei – The Tribe of EphraimMost of us live by the secular calendar. January to December, four seasons, twelve months. But in Jewish tradition, there’s another cycle quietly ticking underneath—one that doesn’t just mark …

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Embodied Kabbalah

Embodied Kabbalah

I recently had the opportunity to interview Rabbi Matthew Ponak, author of the newly released book "Embodied Kabbalah: Jewish Mysticism for All People." Rabbi Matthew shared his journey into religion and spirituality as he learned to find a balance between the two.

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Introduction to Kaballah Class Starting Soon

Introduction to Kaballah Class Starting Soon

In this seven-week class starting January 16th, we will explore the overall place of kaballah in Jewish thought, review the major texts involved, and look at some key tenets of the tradition. 

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Kabbalat Shabbat: Crossing the Sea

Kabbalat Shabbat: Crossing the Sea

On the culminating 8th day of Passover, which coincides with Shabbat, join us for an uplifting and intergenerational evening of joyous Shabbat music, ritual, and deep sharing as we “Cross the Sea” together.

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Mussar HaLashon: The Ethics of Speech

Mussar HaLashon: The Ethics of Speech

According to the Baal Shem Tov, the quality of our speech is at the core of living a righteous life. What is ethical speech and how do we give feedback that builds instead of tears down?

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Supporting Peace in Our Hearts and in the Holy Land

Supporting Peace in Our Hearts and in the Holy Land

At this Gala Fundraiser at eTown Hall on 1535 Spruce Street in Boulder, local religious leaders from Judaism, Islam, and Christianity will be attending a dinner and discussion, followed by a Music and Dance Gala with three local bands performing.

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