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The Hebrew word “Tzohar” symbolizes the goals of our program. In Genesis 6:16, G-d asks Noah to build an ark and to include a “Tzohar”. The biblical commentator, Rashi, explains that “Tzohar” has two meanings: 1) a window or skylight to let light in; and, 2) a gem from which light shines outward. Tzohar Arts is predicated on the ideal that by allowing the light of creativity into our lives, we can use our unique creative talents to brighten the world .
What is Tzohar Arts?
The success and growth of Tzohar Seminary has enabled us to expand our offerings for the Jewish community. Tzohar Arts offers three distinct programs - Tzohar Seminary, Torah Arts, and Tzohar Women - that empower Jews of all ages and backgrounds to utilize their creative talents to deepen their relationship with G-d and Judaism.
Our mission is to tap the power of creativity and the arts to help Jewish schools and communities become more joyous, vibrant, and beautiful.
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Founded in 2011, Tzohar Seminary is the only gap-year program in the world where young observant women study Torah, illuminated by the teachings of Chassidus, along with creative writing, music, dance, film, theater, and visual art. Students express meaningful ideas through their art and enrich the Jewish community with their unique creative voices.
Torah Arts includes Parsha through the Arts™ – the only fully integrated curriculum, available in English, for elementary and middle school children of all denominations.
Tzohar Women is positioned to become the only international Jewish arts program for adult women of all denominations including an online platform for homebound adults.
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