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Chabad Mercer Island is a place where you can celebrate Judaism joyfully and with meaning. A place where Judaism sheds relevant perspective to our daily lives. Filled with opportunities to expand your mind, excite your heart, and touch your soul. Our center offers you a wide range of learning, connection, and outreach opportunities for all ages. Experience is paramount, and your questions are encouraged and embraced.
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  • What is Ruach Hakodesh?Literally translated as the "Spirit of Holiness," it has several meanings. Read More
  • Five Conversations Jewish Families Should Have About Burial WishesA gentle conversation in ordinary times can give everyone something precious: clarity. Read More
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Dec. 4 - Dec. 12
Daily Thought
We all suffer a maddening delusion of being something separate from G‑d. The delusion of “I.” We cannot heal it, because yes, we exist, for He created us. We cannot live with it, because this chilling notion of otherness is a denial of the truth. But we can resolve it in the act of learning Torah. In learning Torah, He speaks with us. If there were no other, with whom would He speak? We can resolve it in prayer. In prayer, we speak with Him. If there were no other, who would speak with Him? We can resolve it in every mitzvah. Through every mitzvah, we become one...
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