The Rabbinical Seminary International (RSI) is a nondenominational rabbinical seminary in the Neo-Hasidic tradition, founded by the Hungarian Hasidic rabbi and Kabbalist Joseph H. Gelberman, a graduate of the City University of New York and Yeshiva University, who is also known as a pioneer in inter-religious dialogue. The RSI prepares students to become teachers, counselors, and spiritual guides. Students seeking ordination as rabbis follow a self-guided curriculum with support from rabbinical mentors, typically completing their studies in two to three years before receiving semikhah. RSI is the oldest non-denominational yeshiva in North America, offering traditional rabbinical and cantorial programs. Its graduates have described their experience at RSI in articles in Tablet magazine and the Jewish Standard.
Notable alumni Patrick Beaulier, American writer, blogger, podcaster, and non-denominational rabbi Steven Blane, American rabbi, cantor, and recording singer-songwriter
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