Hebrew Seminary of the Deaf, established in 1992 in Skokie, IL, is dedicated to meeting the spiritual needs of the Jewish deaf community. It trains both deaf and non-deaf individuals to serve as teachers and rabbis within Jewish deaf and hearing communities, addressing the unique challenges faced by the approximately 50,000 deaf Jews in the United States.
Offering a comprehensive five-year program, the seminary provides students with a rigorous curriculum that includes rabbinical ordination requirements, along with proficiency in American sign language and Hebrew sign language. By equipping students with the necessary skills and knowledge, Hebrew Seminary of the Deaf aims to empower deaf individuals to actively participate in and practice their religion without barriers.
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