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eruv

(From left) Eruv expert Rabbi Haim Jachter, Beth Jacob members Raphi Shorser and Michael Sosebee and Rabbi Gershon Albert out on an eruv boundary–hunting expedition in August.
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Major expansion of Oakland eruv is a ‘game-changer’ for Orthodox

David A.M. Wilensky
(Photo/Aaron Levy-Wolins)
J. The Jewish News of Northern California Staff Headshots. by David A.M. Wilensky December 6, 2021December 7, 2021

An expansion of the Oakland eruv has more than doubled the size of the metaphysical boundary that allows Orthodox Jews a little added freedom on Shabbat. Aside from an increase […]

Beth Jacob Congregation in Oakland (Photo/Facebook)
Posted inReligion

Oakland synagogue celebrates new year with long-awaited eruv

Maya Mirsky
(Aaron Levy-Wolins/J. Staff) by Maya Mirsky September 14, 2020September 14, 2020
Zarchi is looking up and gesturing toward a utility cable
Posted inColumns, Religion, Jew in the Pew, Jewish Life

Walking the line: A tour of San Francisco’s Jewish metaphysical geography

David A.M. Wilensky
(Photo/Aaron Levy-Wolins)
J. The Jewish News of Northern California Staff Headshots. by David A.M. Wilensky June 14, 2017June 15, 2017

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