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Rabbi Hyim Shafner | |
|---|---|
| Born | New London, Connecticut |
| Nationality | American |
| Education | Yeshiva University |
| Alma mater | Yeshiva University (rabbinical ordination), degrees in social work and Jewish philosophy |
| Occupation | Rabbi |
| Known for | Rabbi of Kesher Israel (Washington, D.C.) |
| Title | Rabbi |
| Website | https://www.kesher.org/ |
Hyim Shafner is an American Modern Orthodox rabbi, educator, and author. Since 2017, he has served as the rabbi of Kesher Israel (Washington, D.C.), an Orthodox synagogue in the Georgetown neighborhood of Washington, D.C.[1]
Early life and education
[edit]Shafner was born in New London, Connecticut. He received his rabbinic ordination from Yeshiva University and holds graduate degrees in social work and Jewish philosophy. He also trained as a psychotherapist.[2]
Career
[edit]Shafner began his rabbinic career in St. Louis, Missouri, where he served for over a decade as the rabbi of Bais Abraham Congregation. His leadership there included community outreach and promoting inclusivity.[3] He also served as the campus rabbi and director at Hillel at Washington University in St. Louis.[4]
In 2017, Shafner was appointed senior rabbi of Kesher Israel in Washington, D.C.[1] The appointment was covered by several media outlets, including the Jewish Telegraphic Agency and The Forward, and was framed as part of the congregation’s effort to move forward following prior leadership challenges.[5][6]
Public commentary
[edit]Shafner has been a visible voice in media coverage of Jewish communal issues, Israel, and antisemitism. In 2023, he was quoted in *U.S. News & World Report* reflecting on American attitudes during the Israel–Hamas conflict.[7]
Following an antisemitic incident outside Kesher Israel in 2023, he was interviewed by NBC Washington and *The Washington Post*, discussing security concerns and communal trauma.[8][9]
In December 2023, Shafner traveled to Israel as part of a rabbinic delegation and spoke about solidarity and optimism in the wake of conflict.[10]
Publications
[edit]- Shafner, Hyim. The Everything Jewish Wedding Book. Adams Media, 2008. ISBN 9781598690642.
- Shafner, Hyim. “Pastoral and Halachic Approaches to Homosexuality and Transsexuality.” In: Slomowitz, Alan (ed.). Homosexuality, Transsexuality, Psychoanalysis and Traditional Judaism. Routledge, 2019. ISBN 9781351718486.
- Shafner, Hyim. “Spiritualizing Kashrut.” In: Sachs, Benjamin (ed.). Kashrut, Jewish Ethics, and Food in Thought, History, and Halakhah. Academic Studies Press, 2023. ISBN 9781618119032.
References
[edit]- ^ a b "Two and a half years after rabbi's voyeurism arrest, Georgetown's Kesher Israel hires a new leader". The Washington Post. March 16, 2017. Retrieved July 31, 2025.
- ^ "Former Bais Abraham rabbi, Nishmah leader adjust to challenges, opportunities at D.C. synagogue". St. Louis Jewish Light. April 27, 2017. Retrieved July 31, 2025.
- ^ "Orthodox shul elects female president". St. Louis Jewish Light. April 27, 2010. Retrieved July 31, 2025.
- ^ "Hillel Symposium: Gateways to Social Justice". Washington University in St. Louis. January 2002. Retrieved July 31, 2025.
- ^ "DC synagogue hires successor for mikvah-peeping rabbi". The Times of Israel. March 16, 2017. Retrieved July 31, 2025.
- ^ "Kesher Israel hires new rabbi". The Forward. March 16, 2017. Retrieved July 31, 2025.
- ^ "How American Views of the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict Have Evolved". U.S. News & World Report. October 12, 2023. Retrieved July 31, 2025.
- ^ "'I Was Afraid': DC Rabbi Talks About Antisemitic Attack Outside Georgetown Synagogue". NBC Washington. December 18, 2023. Retrieved July 31, 2025.
- ^ "DC rabbis respond to antisemitic threats with unity and security upgrades". The Washington Post. December 18, 2023. Retrieved July 31, 2025.
- ^ "Local rabbi's trip to Israel provides hope". Washington Jewish Week. December 27, 2023. Retrieved July 31, 2025.
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