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About David Feder

Rabbi David Feder was born and raised in Memphis, Tennessee and graduated from Washington University in St. Louis. He received his master's degree and rabbinic ordination from Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion in Cincinnati, Ohio. He has served communities as a rabbi and educator in Michigan, California, Indiana, West Virginia, Kentuck, and Ohio. He has enthusiastically explored the connections between Judaism and contemporary culture for many years. While his children currently reside in Israel, he lives with his wife and dogs in Kentucky.

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Chanukah: Minor Holiday or Source of Identity?

“When is the Jewish Christmas this year?” How many times have all... read more

Joseph's Lesson: Being Present & Breaking the Cycle

We all know a Joseph. Not a person named Joseph, I’m... read more

Jacob, Esau, and Lessons for the Holiday Season

‘Tis the season for parties, gifts, bonuses, and vacations. And it’s also... read more

Confronting Fear: A Journey toward Adulting and Growth

New beginnings are fraught with uncertainty and usually at least a little... read more

Thanksgiving: Family Dynamics Today and in Biblical Times

Turkey, stuffing, pumpkin pie, and families traveling across town and across country... read more

Identity: Do We Have to Choose?

I recently read The Dance of the Demons by Esther Kreitman,... read more

Have We Become Like Sodom?

This week’s Torah portion, Vayera (Genesis 18:1-22:24) contains at least one story... read more

Embracing Disappointment: Learning from Abraham

In the weeks leading up to the election, the only thing about... read more

Voting: A Jewish Obligation?

The election is upon us. God-willing this will mean it is... read more

Noah: Trauma, Survival, and Finding Hope After Catastrophe

Noah is one of the most familiar characters in the Hebrew Bible. ... read more

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