Rabbi Tamara Kolton Ph.D. is the author of the new release, Oranges for Eve: My Brave, Beautiful, Badass Journey to the Feminine Divine. She is an independent rabbi, psychologist, and feminine mythologist. As a prominent rabbi in Michigan, she is known for her warm, inspirational style and deep capacity to help people heal.
For over 20 years, she has shared life’s greatest joy and deepest sorrow with thousands of people. She officiates weddings locally and nationally, bringing warmth, dynamism and inclusivity to every ceremony. Closest to her heart, is her work with families as she tenderly and skillfully conducts funerals and offers comfort to those enduring loss.
Rabbi Kolton completed her undergraduate degree in Jerusalem from Hebrew University and she is a fluent Hebrew speaker. Her master’s degree is in clinical psychology. She is a Ph.D. and wrote her dissertation on The Experience of Being a Woman Rabbi.
In 1999, Tamara was the first person to be ordained a humanistic rabbi, an achievement recognized by The New York Times. She is included in the historical timeline of women rabbis.
Tamara grew up in a Jewish congregation “without God” and was mentored by Rabbi Sherwin T. Wine, a radical and renowned rabbi. Ultimately, she became his successor and the senior rabbi.
In 2012, she felt an intense spiritual yearning to discover God for herself.
In searching for “Him,” she found “Her.”
Today, Rabbi Kolton is most passionate about the Feminine Divine and how to bring Her energy to a world in desperate need of feminine truth, light and power. She asks us to see Eve, of the bible, as a heroine and an unabashed powerhouse of beauty and bravery.
She asks us to see ourselves that way too.
Rabbi Kolton is a member the International Women’s Forum, a global leadership initiative that connects the world’s most preeminent women of significant achievement.
She is married to her Israeli-born husband and the mother of two teenagers. They live in Birmingham, Michigan with their Havanese dog, Finley.
In this interview, Rabbi Tamara Kolton, Ph.D., author of Oranges for Eve, shares insights on her book and the process of writing it. Initial Inspiration for Oranges for Eve Olivia Edwards: Oranges for Eve combines memoir, a history of the Feminine Divine and spiritual guidance. What initially inspired you to write this book? Rabbi Tamara Kolton, Ph.D.: I cannot remember a …
Why I Am The Worst Nightmare And We Really Aren’t Debating Abortion: A Bold Article By Rabbi Tamara Kolton Ph.D. I love men. I am the mother of the most generous, caring son and the wife of a man who has blessed me with his devotion for 23 years. My problem is not with men. My problem is …
As a rabbi, I officiate at many funerals. This is what I have learned: If you want the answer to the question, “What is my purpose or what should I be doing?” live your life backwards from the moment of your funeral. This is what I mean: Decide what you want people to feel, think, …
I provide personal, warm, gorgeous Hebrew naming ceremonies at a venue of your choice.
Each ceremony includes beautiful songs and blessings.
22 years ago, I conducted my first funeral. It was for my beloved grandmother.
I bring that same loving attention to every service that I conduct in order to:
*Celebrate the life of your loved one
*Provide you deep comfort
My goal is for you to say after your wedding ceremony:
That was GREAT!
I LOVED it!
Each ceremony is individualized and crafted with you to be exactly the way you dream it to be.
Invite me to speak and I'll bring bold, dynamic and spiritual energy to your group! We will “flip the story” of Eve to reveal our spiritual mother and the rising, brave, bold power of the Feminine Divine!
I offer heart-centered, healing groups for anyone who is experiencing deep loss. Together we work towards finding you relief in your suffering and peace after heart-breaking loss. My work with grief and loss is grounded in both psychology and spirituality.
I have had the privilege of performing hundreds of interfaith and Jewish weddings. I bring a great spirit of inclusivity, warmth, skill and joy!
