Celebrating a World of Sephardic Tradition and Culture
Located in Vancouver BC, Beth Hamidrash is Canada’s only Sephardic congregation west of Toronto and is famed for its warmth and inclusiveness. Our diverse roots create a unique centre for exciting educational, cultural, and religious experiences for people of all ages.
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CURRENT EVENTS at Beth Hamidrash
Services
Experience traditional Sephardic tefilot, melodies, and unique customs. Celebrate the milestones of Jewish life. Be inspired with meaningful learning.
Connect
Join us and be part of a loving, vibrant community and explore our rich heritage, culture, and sacred traditions.
Facilities
Our facilities include a beautiful multi-level oriental-style sanctuary, an educational library, a newly renovated kosher kitchen, and a social hall for events and celebrations.
“A little light pushes away a lot of darkness.”
Rabbenu Bachya
What’s Up
Study Buddy 2022
Kids programming
Saturdays from Nov 26 to Dec 24
6:00 PM
Friday Breakfast & Discussion
Adult programming
Fridays
8:00 AM
Thursday Night Open Beth Midrash
Rabbi’s class
Thursdays
8:00 PM – 9:00 PM
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“A place of learning and communal growth.”
Beth Hamidrash literally means “a house of study” which captures who we are as a congregation. Our synagogue is a place to gather daily for inspiring tefilot, learning and communal growth, which deepens our spiritual connection through Torah.
Rabbi Shlomo Gabay
Rabbi’s Blog
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Read moreParshat Toldot – The Tesla Cybertruck
November 25, 2022
Dear Friends, The Tesla enthusiasts are closely following the strange-looking electric pickup truck, the Tesla Cybertruck, which was first unveiled as a prototype in late 2019 and is reported to […]
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Read moreParshat Chaye Sarah – Chesed Begins at Home
November 18, 2022
Dear Friends, Rabbenu Yonah, in his commentary on Pirkei Avot (5:3), writes that the tenth and final test of Avraham Avinu was finding a burial place for his wife, Sarah. […]
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Read moreParshat Noach – Consensus Building
October 28, 2022
Dear Friends, While many know the Israeli Mossad, their motto may not be as well known. Originally it was based on a passuk in Mishlei (24:6): “בתחבולות תעשה לך מלחמה” […]
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