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There is so much beautiful wisdom within our sacred texts and traditions; wisdom that can inspire us to change ourselves and our world for the better, reminding us that we are all connected.

How can we find these treasures buried in our own backyard?

It starts with a good guide.

Meaningful Music
Powerful Prayer
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“Eliana Light - k'shma ken he! Her name -- g?d has answered with light -- suits her! This was NOT a lecture. It included so much wisdom imparted through examples, experiences and elucidation that every moment was valuable and the hour flew by. I will continue to sign up for her workshops, watch her in action online and hope to see her lighting up the room in person, as well.”

Rabbi Shelly Kniaz
“Eliana's excellent, well thought out, and creative presentations draw you into a more meaningful understanding of Jewish prayer, music, and your own experience as the pray-er. Each of her classes motivated me to reach out with new modalities and deeper ways to engage families and kids in meaningful moments in t'fillah.”

Rabbi Audrey Pollack
“Her spirit of innovation is absolutely unbelievable. The programs that Eliana creates are very meaningful….It’s not just about learning music...it’s about giving them an experience that they will never forget, and they will always seek to have again.”

Cantor Azi Schwartz
"When she speaks, she manages to command attention in the most natural, gentle, and unimposing of ways. When she sings, she fills the room and somehow invites harmonies out of the most uninitiated singers. When she pauses in between songs, that’s when you see the power she has to bring the best out of you....everyone at any age – from the most skeptic, busy, or spiritually adventurous – can benefit from singing with Eliana. I certainly have.”

Julie Shain
“I would highly recommend bringing Eliana Light to your community. Besides being so giving with her time and energy in such a short time, you can tell she loves all aspects of Judaism; learning, davening, music, and bringing her special nefesh to it all. Our congregation had Eliana working with every age range possible during her short 3 days with us. …So many congregants came to me and thanked me for bringing her. Eliana has so much to offer!”

Cantor Heather Klein

What happens when the God we thought we had to believe in doesn’t match what we see in the world? This is the God Gap- and through exploring Jewish wisdom, Eliana expands our ideas of what g?d could be, reflecting on her own spiritual journey, and encouraging viewers to do the same.

Dayenu is a call for radical gratitude, an understanding that all we have now is built on what came before. Plus, it’s fun to sing! Recoded with the Orah Hi ensemble, live at Shearith Israel in Atlanta, GA.

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On Yom Kippur, it is customary to make a fist and beat our hearts as we sing our confession in the plural. But is this a hit of hurt, or a gentle tap? In this family-friendly “Ashamnu”, let’s tap our hearts to open them up a little more in this new year.

Eliana is working towards a world of One-ness, guided and inspired by Jewish heritage. She focuses on translating liturgy, prayer practice, and g?d-concepts in ways that are deep and accessible for all people at any age. Eliana’s music, gatherings, and teaching reflect a spirit of playfulness, embodied wisdom, empathy, and joy.

Eliana grew up in a caring Jewish home in Memphis TN. Her parents, a Rabbi and a Jewish educator with a beautiful voice, instilled in her a love for Jewish ritual, culture, and sacred song. She seeks to share this love with others, believing that all Jews deserve meaningful Jewish experiences, whether in synagogues, on the fringes, or online.

In 2016, Eliana graduated from the Davidson School at the Jewish Theological Seminary with a Masters in Jewish Experiential Education. Her undergraduate degree in Sociology from Brandeis University honed her skills in observing and empathy that are crucial to her work. She now lives in Durham North Carolina, holding sacred space & song as artist-in-residence at Beth El and with synagogues across the country. She is also the Founder and Head T’fillahsopher of the Light Lab, and co-hosts the Light Lab Podcast.