Introduction to Jewish Magic & Healing Arts
This online class explores the magic, healing practices and arts of ancient and diasporic Judaism. Patriarchy has long obscured much of ancient and old Jewish rites associated with the occult and magic of the everyday. A thread of resistance has always woven through, sometimes deep below, sometimes for all to see, masked in secreted prayer or baked into bread.
In this introduction class we cover water rites and mikveh, amulets, mirror magic, Jewish time and the moon, incantation bowls, Sefer Yetzirah (the first recorded written text of Jewish mysticism that some of the kabbalah is based/inspired by), magical practices working with plants and animals in Judaism, Jewish astrology, angels and demons.
This is an introductory class and covers these very deep topics with brevity. It’s perfect if you are new to learning about the magic and mysticism of earth-based feminist Judaism. After this class if you are interested in exploring the topics in more depth, I will be offering a community of practice class where we will do that. Sign up for my newsletter to get updates about that class.
This class is available to you regardless of spiritual background. Those with both beginner and advanced knowledge, people interested in converting to Judaism, curious about Judaism and Jews by choice are encouraged to participate. This is a safe space for non and anti zionist Jews and allies. No knowledge of Judaism or Hebrew necessary.
Access Information: This online class is hosted on the Teachable platform. It is a mixture of videos that include captions and ASL interpretation. There is also a PDF that accompanies the videos and moves you through the class. You can study these materials at your own pace! Simply click the link below to enroll for $54 and you will have lifetime access to these materials.
Class Includes:
Two guided meditations (and transcriptions)
13 videos varying in length (between 2-15 minutes each) that include ASL interpretation and a beautiful slideshow with modern and ancient Jewish art and ritual objects
A gorgeous and accessible PDF to guide you through the class videos
A resources PDF for learning more
Student Testimonials
“This class is deeply special. I was transfixed by the material and also felt so moved and supported by your energy and teaching style. I have relished your writing but this was my first chance taking a class with you, and it was really meaningful and inspiring.” -J.R.
“This class allowed me to cry tears of relief. I was a practicing Chabadnik for 7 years. There were many things that disturbed me, and yet I didn't leave and instead shoved my opinions and objections deep down inside. I thought I was bad and that I had to shrink myself down to be as small as possible. COVID released me from the bubble, but my longing for Judaism was still alive. Yet I had a passion for magic, for nature, for our tribal roots. I knew deep down Judaism at its core was not what I was taught. This class gives me hope. Knowledge that these inclinations are true, and an invitation for digging deeper and finding the core Judaism that is calling for me and so many of my people.“ - Holly
“Wow, what a whirlwind introduction! I was fascinated by every subject you touched on, and greatly appreciate your expertise and insights.” -Anonymous
“I really appreciate this class. You're really knowledgeable, and the class felt very down to earth and informative. I feel like some of my ancestors are very pleased that I'm (re)learning that stuff from a teacher who works through a queer, anti-oppressive lens.” -Anonymous
