Darren Kleinberg

Darren Kleinberg serves as a chaplain resident at Stanford Health Care. He’s the author of Hybrid Judaism.

Recent Articles

Rubin Museum to close New York location, transform to global museum

After 20 years, the Rubin will close its doors this fall to pursue a “museum without walls” approach.

Anything Can Be Practice

Associate Editor Noel Alumit introduces the March 2024 issue.

Chanting for Buddhahood

Shodaigyo meditation combines silent sitting with chanting to the beat of a drum. Ryuei Michael McCormick on how to do this calming yet exhilarating practice.

James Lynch: Descendant of the Strongest of the Strong 

James Lynch on why he practices not just for himself, but also for his ancestors and all beings.

Watercolor illustrations of a parent and child playing with a kite while a butterfly flies above

How to Talk to Kids About Death

When a loved one dies, grown-ups don’t always know what to say to kids. Gail Silver has helpful tips based on Buddhist teachings.

What to Do When You Say the Wrong Thing

René Rivera on how to have empathy for the person you’ve hurt—and yourself.

A Jewish-Buddhist Practice for Well-Being

Darren Kleinberg teaches a Jewish-Buddhist practice for holding the whole universe in your heart.

I’m the Aunty Now!

For Mihiri Tillakaratne, “aunty” is a verb. It’s what she does to support and shape her community.