The familial stories of Genesis are the foundations of the Jewish people, but in Midrashic and Kaballistic thought, they represent more than just the history of our nation. Each story, taken out of its historical context, contains layers of meaning that can stir one's soul and deepen our bonds to others. Join us as we explore the journey through the Book of Genesis, with a unique and meaningful lens on spiritual growth.
Each class will focus on a different story from Genesis. Join us for one or all of them! No prior knowledge is needed.
Scholarships available! Please contact lynne@vilnashul.org to request financial assistance. These are trying times, and we are committed to making sure that finances do not exclude anyone from participating.
Layah Kranz Lipsker is a Boston based Jewish educator and spiritual coach. For three decades, Layah has been sharing Jewish wisdom through engaging text study in Biblical literature and Midrash, through the lens of Kaballah. A research associate at the Hadassah Brandeis Institute, Layah is passionate about issues related to religion and gender and is the director of the Boston Agunah Taskforce, an organization focused on eliminating gender disparities in Jewish divorce practices. Layah serves as scholar in residence for spiritual retreats, trips to Israel, and lectures widely. She lives in Swampscott, MA and is the mother of six amazing human beings.