About Me
The best way to get to know me is to listen to my podcast appearances. I am all about transparency, authenticity and sharing my story. I grew up in a secular, liberal family and in my 20s I went on a wild ride through meditation, feminism, and Judaism to end up as The Hasidic Feminist.
18Forty: Chava Green- What is Chabad’s Feminist Vision
This podcast put me on the map (well, the tiny Orthodox Jewish map, but it’s something!). This is the most philosophical introduction to how my life experiences shape my theological and sociological account of womanhood.
Plus a follow-up essay: How and Why I became a Hasidic Feminist.
Chabad.org: The Long Road to Chassidic Feminism
On Chabad.org’s series, Ordinary People, Extraordinary Stories, I go in-depth about my upbringing and my search for home as well as some clear ideas about my philosophy on gender.
Also see my articles on the site: Chava Green on Chabad.org
Human and Holy: Home as the Center of the World
This episode is a throw back to the early days of my PhD research. It is a deep dive into the centrality of home in Jewish life and practice. I make a strong argument here for the power of the woman to create home as an experience, not just a place.
My values
I am a Lubavitcher Hasid. My daily life and worldview is formed by the mission and teachings of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, R. Menachem Mendel Schneerson. I believe the Rebbe meant for each of us to unearth our unique potential and channel G-d into the world using our particular talents and personality. I do this with my teaching, my friendship, my family relationships, my academic work, and the intense inner work of transcending the self.
On a Lighter Note
I love to bake. I do watercoloring and collage when I am feeling artsy. Two of my grandparents were painters. I have a massive library of books that I actually have read. The need to feel productive at all times is my biggest inner demon. Spending time with my friends and community fills me with joy. Marriage is the hardest and most rewarding thing I have ever embarked on.