My Wedding Philosophy
Open to Innovation; Respectful of Tradition
Every Jew deserves to feel the embrace of Judaism, which is to say that I am quite progressive in my approach to Judaism. I also have a great appreciation for Jewish tradition. For this reason, I work with every couple, from all walks of Jewish life, to express creativity within the traditional framework. My intention is to give voice to the tradition as well as respect the individuality and uniqueness of each couple.
The performance of weddings is a significant part of my rabbinate. I see great value in helping couples find meaning in our Jewish wedding traditions. Just as it marks the start of a lifetime and a family together, your wedding also serves as a platform for your embrace of Jewish living. Helping you to find meaning—at the start of your Jewish journey as a married couple, is a humbling and thrilling opportunity, one that I regard as the principal part of my service to the Jewish community.
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Rabbi Lev, we truly feel so very grateful! Having you officiate our wedding—and guide us through one of the most meaningful moments of our lives—was such an incredible blessing. The ceremony was everything we could have ever dreamed of and so much more. The warmth, love, spirituality, and beautiful words you brought to our chuppah made the entire experience so incredibly special and unforgettable. In the most beautiful way, you made us feel ever so connected to one another, to our families, and to the Jewish tradition. Our guests remarked how emotional, heartfelt, and meaningful the ceremony was, and we know that is because of the love and sincerity you brought to every moment. Thank you for making the beginning of our marriage so sacred, personal, and filled with so much love. We feel so incredibly lucky to have had you be the one to unite us as husband and wife. You will forever hold such a special place in our hearts, and we will cherish those moments under the chuppah for the rest of our lives! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for giving us such a beautiful beginning to our forever. With love, S & H