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High Holidays Program

Program Overview

Yeshiva Temimei Darech has been home to a thriving community shul for over 15 years. It has the reputation rich soulful davening with the power of true chassidic joy. Come spend the holidays with our warm family-like community. Enjoy classes, services, life altering farbrengens and Tzfat’s one of a kind spirituality.

Date

Nov 3, 2024 – Mar 27, 2025

Location

Main Campus Safed, Israel

Ages

20-30

Celebrate Like Never Before

Soulful, Uplifting Services

Immerse yourself in powerful, heartfelt davening that blends deep spirituality with chassidic joy, helping you connect to the essence of the High Holidays.

Transformative Learning & Farbrengens

Engage in inspiring classes and life-altering farbrengens that will leave you with meaningful insights and a renewed sense of purpose for the year ahead.

Warm, Welcoming Community

Celebrate with a tight-knit, family-like community that fosters deep connections, ensuring you feel supported and embraced throughout your spiritual journey.

Introducing

High Holidays program

At Yeshiva Temimei Darech, we’ve built a vibrant, family-like community that has been thriving for over 15 years. Known for our rich, soulful davening and the boundless joy that comes with true chassidic spirit, our High Holidays program offers a unique and transformative experience. Join us for uplifting services, insightful classes, life-changing farbrengens, and the unparalleled spiritual atmosphere of Tsfat. Come immerse yourself in the warmth of our community and celebrate the holidays in a way that will elevate your soul.

Curriculum Overview

Soulful High Holiday Davening

Experience the profound spiritual depth of the High Holiday prayers with guided services that focus on connection, intention, and joy. Learn the unique chassidic approach to davening that transforms these holy days into a time of personal renewal.

Insights into the Machzor

Delve into the deeper meaning behind the High Holiday prayers and rituals through engaging classes that uncover the significance of the shofar, the themes of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, and the path to teshuvah (repentance).

Chassidic Farbrengens

Participate in intimate farbrengens where you’ll hear stories, teachings, and personal reflections from experienced mentors. These gatherings will provide life-altering insights and practical guidance for applying chassidic teachings to your everyday life.

Teshuva & Personal Growth

Engage in classes focused on personal reflection and growth, guiding you through the teshuvah process. Learn practical tools for introspection, self-improvement, and developing a deeper relationship with Hashem as you prepare for the year ahead.

The City of Tzfat

Located in the historic city of Safed, Israel, our Yeshiva offers the unique advantage of studying in one of the most spiritually enriching environments in Jewish tradition. Known for its deep historical and mystical significance, Safed provides a profound backdrop for your learning journey.

 

The city’s vibrant Jewish community and picturesque surroundings create an inspiring atmosphere that enhances your educational experience, fostering a deeper connection to your studies and heritage. Here, you’ll not only gain knowledge but also immerse yourself in a city that has been a center of Jewish thought and spirituality for centuries.

Upon graduation, one should expect to:

Deep Spiritual Connection

Graduates will leave the program with a heightened sense of spiritual connection, having fully immersed themselves in the powerful prayers and meaningful rituals of the High Holidays.

Enhanced Knowledge and Practical Application

Participants will gain a thorough understanding of the customs, prayers, and deeper meanings behind the High Holidays, along with practical tools to carry these lessons into their daily lives.

Renewed Sense of Community and Belonging

After spending time with our warm, family-like community, graduates will feel a stronger connection to their fellow Jews, fostering lasting relationships that continue beyond the holidays.

Facilities

Our new campus is a luxuriously renovated Ottoman-era fortress. It is housed on a large private compound in the heart of Tsfat’s Old City, complete with an orchard and fountains.
Come for a visit!

 

Our motto is “Make Yeshiva too good to refuse.” We discovered that by providing five-star service, students feel like valued members of an important mission, causing them to take their studies far more seriously.

Resources

Our yeshiva provides access to a library of Jewish texts, online materials, study guides, and mentorship opportunities to support your growth. Visit our website or contact our office for more details on available resources.

Ruvi Leibovich

Melbourne, Aus

“YTD’s environment pushed me to grow and gave me the ability to learn on my own in different aspects of Torah beyond what I imagined.”

Zohar Sheffield

Tzfat, Israel

“My heart opened up to the sweetest Torah you could imagine. This place breathes life into all that come in contact with it.”

Who Is This Program for?

Frequently Asked Questions

The program includes soulful High Holiday services, in-depth classes on the prayers and rituals, transformative farbrengens, and opportunities to experience the unique spiritual atmosphere of Tsfat. Meals, accommodations, and community events are also part of the package.

No prior knowledge is required! Our program is open to participants of all backgrounds. Whether you’re new to chassidic traditions or have been immersed in them for years, you’ll find the program engaging and enriching.

Expect spiritually uplifting and joyful services that follow the chassidic approach to prayer. The davening will be led by experienced chazzanim (cantors) with a focus on connecting to the deeper meanings of the High Holiday liturgy.

Yes, the program is family-friendly. We welcome singles, couples, and families to join our community for the High Holidays. There will be accommodations and programming suitable for all age groups.

Tsfat has a unique spiritual energy, especially during the High Holidays. You can expect a combination of serenity, inspiration, and a deep sense of connection to Jewish history and kabbalistic tradition, making it the perfect backdrop for this special time.

We offer personal guidance to help you navigate existing relationships as you grow in your Jewish journey. Our approach ensures that you can integrate your new experiences with your current life, maintaining strong connections with those who matter most to you.

Enroll now and start the journey of a lifetime

2024-2025

Academic Calendar

Fall semester

Elul Zman

Thursday, Septermber 3, 2024 – Sunday, October 13, 2024
1st of Tishrei, 5785 – 11th of Tishrei, 5785

Succos Progam

Thursday, October 17, 2024 – Thursday, October 24, 2024
15th of Tishrei, 5785 – 29th of Tishrei, 5785

Yeshiva Progam

Sunday, November 3 2024 – Thursday, March 27, 2025
2nd of Marcheshvan, 5785 – 27th of Adar, 5785

Spring semester

Yeshiva Program

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 – Sunday, August 3, 2025
1st of Iyar, 5785 – 9th of Av, 5785

Mivtzoim Progam

Monday, August 4, 2025 – Monday, August 25, 2025
10th of Av, 5785 – 1st of Elul, 5785