Tamar Zaken

I have immersed myself in the writings and traditions of other Sephardic Sages from all over the Arab and Muslim worlds. I love these sources because they represent the open and lenient nature of Sephardic communities. These texts provide tools for thinking about how to create community where all voices are heard, honored, and respected. ...
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There are so many wise Jewish women in the Bay Area. These women are educators, artists, mothers, activists, writers, lawyers, leaders, rabbis, and social workers. They build communities, create beauty, advocate for change, inspire with ritual, protect, and heal. They have so much to teach our community about strength, spirituality, resilience, and creativity. At HaMaqom, we want to learn their Torah ...
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Our whole world is a sukkah right now. We are all in some way experiencing the vulnerability of the ...
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