Hiddur: The Center for Aging and Judaism is a transdenominational effort to transform the culture of later life and foster multi-generational community. Established in 2003 by the Reconstructionist Rabbinical College, Hiddur draws its name and vision from the biblical command, "Bring splendor (hiddur) to the elders" (Leviticus 19:32). Hiddur seeks to empower the growing number of Jews entering the second half of life to:

• connect to lifelong learning and spiritual engagement, and
• contribute their wisdom and talent.

Hiddur's work includes educating rabbis and other Jewish professionals, both in the academic setting and with training and presentations in the community. Hiddur advances scholarship on aging and creates spiritual resources for Jewish elders and their caregivers.

News and Notices

Hiddur founder Rabbi Dayle Friedman joins other Jewish luminaries selected as one of the Forward 50 of the Forward weekly newspaper. The article cites Friedman's passion, creativity and pioneering spiritual work which "encourages all of us to respect the wisdom and potential of age."

Learn about Rabbi Dayle Friedman’s new book, Jewish Visions for Aging: A Professional Guide for Fostering Wholeness. Read a review from Kolel.org.

Share the wisdom of Hiddur Advisory Council member Linda Kriger in her essay about seeking forgiveness from deceased parents, published in the Forward.

Check out Midrash and Medicine: Imagining Wholeness, an interdisciplinary conference in which Hiddur is partnering, Scheduled for May 11-13, 2009 in Pacific Grove, CA.