Originally from Edgware, UK, Rabbi Simi Lerner now lives in Bet Shemesh, Israel, with his wife, Rivka, and three sons. He returned to Israel after lecturing in UK universities for the JLE. Simi has a passion for understanding and articulating the teachings of 19th century's great teacher, Rav Samson Rafael Hirsch. One of the aspects he tries to incorporate into his life is the multifaceted approach a Jew takes in the world. To that end, Rabbi Lerner teaches Jewish philosophy and Rav Hirsch for Midreshet Rachel, Shapells and at iTV in Tel Aviv, has a popular weekly podcast, "Judaism from Within" and video discussions with his wife on Facebook, and lectures online for various organizations. He is also a licensed electrician by trade, teaches woodworking to youth in his neighborhood and is an avid nature lover.

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