Worship and Study
Beth Israel Synagogue
The synagogue at the heart of HS: A place for prayer, Torah learning and community life.
Hebrew Synagogue · Scotland
A Place for Prayer.
A Foundation for Learning.
A Community for Life.
Rooted in Torah, dedicated to study and committed to the care of our Community.
Beth Israel SynagogueLearning · Service · Continuity
One Organisation. A Shared Purpose.
Welcome to
Hebrew Synagogue.
Hebrew Synagogue is a Scotland-based company limited by guarantee, operating Beth Israel Synagogue and a family of services supporting learning, community welfare and Jewish life.
We affirm that dividing Judaism into “Orthodox, Conservative and Reform” is an artificial construct. All Jews share one תורה. There are more-observant Jews and less-observant Jews, but we remain one people.
We describe our approach as Tanakh-Observant. The Tanakh is the foundational and controlling authority in Jewish observance. We study and value the Oral Torah and later rabbinic authorities as sources of interpretation, tradition and wisdom, provided that their application neither contradicts nor circumvents the clear meaning and commandments of the Tanakh.
Hebrew Synagogue Text Repository
Preserved Faithfully.
Shared Freely.
Read the Tanakh
We are building a public collection of Jewish texts for reading and study, beginning with the original Hebrew of the Tanakh and the agreed Aramaic text of the Holy Zohar.
English and Yiddish translations will be added progressively, passage by passage, under the established HS editorial and publishing rules.
The collection is being prepared for lasting access: faithful texts, consistent references and a continuing commitment to accuracy.
Browse the Text Repository. Imported Hebrew and Aramaic texts are available now. English and Yiddish translations are added as they are approved.
The HS Family
Our Services and Programmes.
Distinct activities, connected by a shared commitment to learning and Community Life.
Adult Education
Yeshivat Beth Israel
Traditional educational programmes and Hebrew language classes for Jewish and non-Jewish adults, delivered in person and online.
Community Security
Shomrim Scotland
Education, community engagement and practical measures to support the security of the Jewish Community throughout Scotland.
Community Welfare
Magen Kehilati
Practical assistance, safeguarding and support for individuals and families experiencing vulnerability or crisis.
Funding Opportunities
Grant:One
Support for purposeful initiatives that benefit individuals, families and communities.
Kosher Food and Services
HS Kosher
Wholesale and retail kosher food, together with kosher certification and supervision services.
Kosher Baking
Levana Bakery
Fresh kosher breads, pastries and cakes, with bespoke baking for families, businesses and celebrations.
Learning and Renewal
Mayside Centre
An educational, cultural and retreat setting for families, community activities and thoughtful rest.
Publishing and Study
HS Book Collection
Titles selected and controlled by HS, published and distributed through Mayside Books.
Yeshivat Beth Israel & Adult Education
Learning with Purpose.
Our adult programmes bring together traditional learning, Hebrew language instruction and wider educational study, with opportunities to learn in person and online.
Teaching and assessments will be delivered in English, with Hebrew used where required for Hebrew language instruction and the study of original texts.
Course details and enrolment will be published as the new platform develops.
Our New Platform
A Growing Home for HS.
This is the first stage of our renewed website. English, Hebrew and Yiddish access, registered accounts and individual services are being developed progressively.
Enquiries and applications through the platform will require a registered account. Registration is Not Yet Open.