Tikkun ha’Middot
“You shall be holy because I, your Infinite Source, am holy.”
— Leviticus 9:1
The commandment to be holy is an invitation to fully embody our divine nature–to become our best selves. This lofty aspiration is supported by the Jewish practice of Tikkun ha’Middot–refining our character through the cultivation of the virtues such as gratitude, humility, generosity, patience, honesty, awe and holy speech. By strengthening and balancing these middot (character traits) the natural radiance of our souls can shine through.
In this study group, we will explore ancient and contemporary Jewish wisdom teachings on Tikkun ha’Middot, along with insights from the world’s great faith traditions. Each session will focus on a single soul trait through text study, storytelling, chanting, simple movement and meditation practices. If interested, those who attend this series may decide to continue meeting with the guidance of a teacher as an ongoing study group to form a unique community of practice.
Open to all — no prior experience needed.
8 Sessions, Tuesday evenings — We begin during Sukkot and will meet in the Sukkah (weather permitting) on October 22. The rest of the sessions will be in the sanctuary on Oct 29, Nov 5, 12,19, Dec 3, 10, 17.
The first and last class will include both teachers and will meet from 7 – 9 pm; all other sessions will meet from 7 – 8:30 pm.
Sliding scale: $150-300 for CHL members; $200-$350 for non-members. No one turned away for lack of funds.
Sessions will be led by Estelle Frankel and Jeffrey Kessler
