In this episode, Rabbi Lisa Goldstein joins me to talk about Honi Hame’agel, Honi the Circlemaker.

About Rabbi Lisa Goldstein:

Lisa is a rabbi, teacher and facilitator with almost 25 years of executive experience. For many years she was the director of Hillel of San Diego, creating vibrant, welcoming communities for all kinds of college students. And recently, was the Executive Director of the Institute for Jewish Spirituality, a global leader of Jewish mindfulness and spiritual practices. She has taught Jewish mindfulness meditation, prayer, and spiritual practice in various contexts for 20 years.

Hebrew and Jewish references explained:

Talmud: A Hebrew word that comes from the root to “study” or “learn”, it is the central Rabbinic text for Jewish law

Psalms: A collection of sacred poetry that are often turned to in times of need or distress. The two that we talk about are Psalm 126 and Psalm 90

Birkat Hamazon: Hebrew for blessing (or grace) after the meal

Shtetl: Yiddish for “little town”

Torah: The first five books of the Hebrew bible/scriptures

Honi Hame’agel: Read the whole Honi story on Sefaria.org

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