Rabbi Moshe Shamah
Rabbi Moshe Shamah is the founder and director of the Sephardic Institute in Brooklyn, New York, which focuses on the study and dissemination of the heritage of the Sephardic communities. He is a respected scholar and educator in the Jewish community, particularly known for his expertise in Sephardic Judaism and its traditions. Rabbi Shamah received his rabbinical ordination from the Sephardic Rabbinical College and holds a degree in mathematics from Brooklyn College.
Throughout his career, Rabbi Shamah has been dedicated to Jewish education and outreach, emphasizing the importance of understanding Jewish texts in their historical and cultural contexts. He has taught at various educational institutions and has been involved in creating curricula that reflect the rich traditions of Sephardic Jewry. His approach to Jewish education is marked by a commitment to intellectual rigor and accessibility.
Rabbi Shamah is also the author of several works on Jewish law and philosophy, including 'Recalling the Covenant: A Contemporary Commentary on the Five Books of the Torah.' This book reflects his deep engagement with the Torah and his desire to make its teachings relevant to contemporary readers. His writings are appreciated for their insightful analysis and practical application of Jewish wisdom.