Dr. Ron Wolfson
Dr. Ron Wolfson, visionary educator and inspirational speaker, is Fingerhut Professor of Education at American Jewish University in Los Angeles and a cofounder of Synagogue 3000.
Articles by Dr. Ron Wolfson
Cutting-Edge Work in the Jewish Community
In Relational Judaism , I report six case studies of organizations and individuals doing cutting-edge work in creating relational communities. Chabad is numero ...
Relational Judaism For the 21st Century
As I travel around the country visiting Jewish institutions of all kinds, my “worry” quotient is growing daily. Nearly everywhere ...
The Phases of Jewish Bereavement
Jewish mourning customs reflect the natural course of grief and recovery following the death of a loved one.
Sephardic Customs During Shiva
A number of Sephardic shiva customs involve individual and communal study.
Yizkor: The Jewish Memorial Service
Yizkor is recited four times a year during holiday synagogue services.
The Jewish Funeral, or Levaya
A Jewish funeral is held as quickly as possible after death and usually includes readings, a eulogy, and a special memorial prayer.
Questions and Answers About Jewish Funerals
Common questions about Jewish death and burial customs.
The Casket, or Aron
The rabbis mandated a simple wooden coffin to equalize people in death and to enable the return to dust.
How to Make a Shiva Call
Because a shiva call requires total sensitivity to the needs of the mourner, the tradition mandates appropriate behaviors for the visitor.
10 Tips for Planning a Memorable Seder
The seder need not — should not — stick to the script. Innovation is key for a memorable and fun educational experience.