A Way In
Directing the Heart Through Jewish Mindfulness
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Let the Light of the Psalms Shine: A New Journey Begins
Nov. 11, 2026
7-8:30PM
Online on Zoom
As the days grow shorter here in the northern hemisphere and darkness beckons we return to the exploration of the Psalms together.
This evening, we will welcome the new month of Kislev as we focus on the ways Psalms can hold and guide us through the seasons of our lives.
As autumn turns to winter and winter to spring, our explorations will continue with regular gatherings and many opportunities for hevruta learning. All this and more will be discussed during this evening’s class.
Whether you are new to the Psalms or have been with them for a long time, you are welcome to this Rosh Hodesh Psalms gathering. As the Psalmist calls out, It is so good to be together. (Psalm 133:1)
You can explore past classes, study guides and hevruta information at our Student Portal.
PW: RabbiYael18!
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Psalms: Ancient Songs for These Times
What do the Psalms offer us now, in a world marked by grief, urgency, and moral challenge?
In this luminous and accessible guide, Rabbi Yael Levy draws on years of study, teaching, and spiritual practice to reveal how the ancient songs of the Psalms speak directly to modern life. Through personal reflection and lived experience as a congregational rabbi and spiritual director, she shows how these sacred texts can steady the heart, clarify the mind, and awaken the courage to act with integrity.
Here you will find:
• Inspired translations from the Hebrew
• Psalm verses for times of joy, sadness, gratitude, and rage
• Guidance for confronting fear, navigating loss, and seeking justice
• Complete translations of fifty psalms
Rooted in Jewish tradition yet resonant far beyond it, this book invites readers of every life path to enter into conversation with the Psalms and discover their enduring power.
Whether you are seeking comfort, clarity, or a deeper spiritual practice, this guide offers a way to engage ancient wisdom in the midst of contemporary life.
