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Kabbalah & Biography Course
 
A Journey to Infinity (Ein Sof)
 
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Dear 'Hotam' community,

We are delighted to invite you to a continuation course that is also open to new participants: "Kabbalah & Biography - A Journey to Infinity (Ein Sof) 

In this course, we will deepen and revisit the foundations of Jewish Kabbalistic wisdom, drawing primarily from the teachings of Rabbi Yehuda Leib Ashlag (the 'Baal Ha-Sulam') and his successors. 

Our journey will be supported by a newly developed workbook by Orna Ben Dor, offering a gentle and accessible entry point into this profound knowledge of Kabbalah.

We will connect the knowledge of Kabbalah to our personal lives through biographical exercises woven into each session. We will explore how the spiritual laws and structures described in the higher worlds are not abstract—they live within us. The soul becomes the meeting point between divine principles and personal experience.

Kabbalah speaks of the relationship between the Creator and the human being: the Creator is light, and we are vessels. Every soul is a vessel that can gradually align itself with the light, allowing the Creator to be revealed within. In truth, our journey toward the Creator is also the Creator’s journey toward us.

Humanity’s story begins with the exile from Eden. Even then—unconsciously—Adam and Eve, the primal system of souls, began asking questions about the purpose of creation and the meaning of existence. Adam and Eve set out on a journey of self-discovery. The world evolved through many incarnations until one soul arrived - Abraham - who could consciously ask the questions- Who are You, Creator? And what do You want from me? Questions that had never been asked before him

In our course, we too will ask:
  • what does the Creator want from us?
  • What can we do to affect all humanity for the better?
  • How does our personal biography connect with our role in Tikkun Olam (repairing the world)?

We invite you to join us on this journey into infinity.


 
The course will include:
 
 
3 introductory lessons
 
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When and Where? July 2025:
1. July 13th, Sunday, 5:30-7:00pm (17:30-19:00) Israel time, via zoom
2. July 21st, Monday, 5:30-7:00pm (17:30-19:00) Israel time, via zoom 
3. July 27th, Sunday, 5:30-7:00pm (17:30-19:00) Israel time, via zoom 

Language: the studies will be in English (no translation)
* Sessions will be recorded and sent to the participants

Fee for 3 introductory lessons$50

* Participation in the introductory sessions is mandatory for new participants and optional for second year participants.
 
 
After introduction - 16 lessons throughout the school year
 
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When & Where?
Thursdays, 5:30-7:00pm Israel time, via zoom
September 2025 - June 2026, Once every two to three weeks.
* Exact dates will be announced soon.

Cost: (17 sessions):
Standard fee – $350
Subsidized fee – $300 (Please choose this option only if you have a real need for subsidy).
Contribution fee – $400 (This is for those of you who feel they have the capacity to pay more and make it possible for us to provide a subsidy to those who need it).
 
 
Teachers:
 
Orna Ben Dor

Orna Ben Dor

An experienced Biographical Counselor, the founder and leader of ‘Hotam School’. 

Orna has been investigating, developing and teaching the subject of Biography according to Kabbalah and Anthroposophy for many years, both in Israel and around the world.
Yael Armony

Yael Armony

An experienced Biographical Counselor, Teacher, Superviser and Co-Manager at ‘Hotam School’. 


 
 
Assistants:
 
Ossi Toper

Ossi Toper

An experienced Biographical counselor, Hotam School.
Taly Gofer Karetny

Taly Gofer Karetny

Biographical Counselor in internship, Hotam School.