Hebrew Seminary: A Rabbinical School for Deaf & Hearing

Hebrew Seminary is a unique, pluralistic, egalitarian rabbinical school for deaf and hearing people of all genders. Founded in 1992 to meet the needs of all Jewish communities, especially those traditionally underserved, such as people who are deaf and other Jewish minorities, its mission is to educate students as rabbis and Jewish educators to serve all Jewish communities, including the deaf community. Our program encourages the highest commitment to traditional scholarship, such as Talmud, Bible, and Hebrew, as well as the spiritual discipline of Kabbalah. This teaches our students to be scholars, educators, and leaders, as well as spiritual guides who can hear and share the voice of God with members of their communities.