Ascent of Safed
Your Jewish Home in the City of Kabbalah
THIS
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"The
Difficult Nine Days of a Chasidic Master"
During the “Nine Days” of intensified mourning for the loss of the Holy Temples in Jerusalem, Rabbi Baruch of Mezhibuzh would disappear; none of his chasidim could accompany him, see him off or know where he went. |
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6 Menachem-AV 5786 / July 20, 2026 "Jerusalem is perhaps one of the most quarrelsome and troublesome places in the world, but it is still a city of peace."Find out even more about Kabbalah |
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Ascent of Safed is designed to be a place for relaxation, reflection, interaction, and spiritual exploration, where you can grow and learn in your own way, at your own pace, in an open atmosphere. You can experience a wide range of learning, volunteer, creative, recreation and other opportunities at Ascent as well as in the Old City of Tzfat. We can help you create a personalized study plan, you can join one of our weekend or weekday retreats, or you can come to relax and attend study and meditation sessions at your leisure, while staying in our great hostel with its spectacular views. Please visit MyAscent.org or our Facebook page for full information and to make reservations |
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Visit:
for the most comprehensive Kosher Kabbalah website around. No experience or background needed.
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THIS
WEEK'S ESSAY FROM RABBI SHAUL YOSEF LEITER
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Va'etchanan G-d
opened the higher worlds for us to impact and elevate our external
physical space.
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Recent Additions and Changes |
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Don't forget to
check out What's
New on this site. There's always an opportunity to learn more about
Kabbalah here. |
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Kabbalistic Books by Ascent Staff |
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"Festivals of the Full Moon" (Koren)If you enjoyed Saturday Night Full Moon", you're sure to want its sequel. Another collection of intriguing Stories of Kabbalah Sages, Chasidic Masters and other Jewish Heroes by Ascent's storymaster, Yerachmiel Tilles. Available
now at Ascent of Safed. Read
Reviews |
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"Apples from the Orchard" OUT OF PRINT;
now in its
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"GPS for the Soul"A summary of lessons conducted at the Ascent Institute in Safed by Nadav Cohen on the first 12 chapters of the Tanya, on its themes, including stories and examples. |
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