TJC: Av Book Club

As we head through the month of Av and slowly make our way towards the reflective month of Elul, we look to ground our learning in the traditional text of both mourning and joy, the Psalms. Join us with a cup of tea from the comfort of your own couch to engage in what promises to be a rich discussion!

The next book club book is going to Rabbi Allen Berkowitz’s Psalms: A Guide for the Heart And Soul.

The Psalms: A Guide for the Heart and Soul

To live the life of a human being is to experience every emotion. The Psalms are a gift that can help us to navigate those powerful emotions, giving voice to them while guiding us through these deeply affecting experiences. 

In his book The Psalms: A Guide for the Heart and Soul, Rabbi Allan Berkowitz takes readers on a warm and lively journey through some of the most vital Psalms, providing us with the tools we need to fully appreciate the wisdom and beauty of the Psalms and culminating in mindfulness exercises that encourage the value of the Psalms in our daily lives.

In this study session, Rabbi Allan will introduce us to several Psalms that bring fresh awareness to our human condition and that infuse everyday life with newfound holiness.

Bio — Rabbi Allan Berkowitz

Allan Berkowitz received his BA from the Hebrew University in Jerusalem and rabbinic ordination from the Jewish Theological Seminary. He holds a master’s degree in education from Columbia University Teachers College.

Allan recently retired from a career in nonprofit executive management, including 17 years as the executive director of a bay area environmental education nonprofit. 

Allan is the author of, The Psalms: A Guide for the Heart and Soul; and co-author of, Embracing the Covenant: Converts to Judaism Talk about Why & How.

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