Temple Emanu-El

Temple Emanu-El is a spiritual, cultural and social center of Jewish life for those who live on or visit the island of Oahu. It is Hawaii's largest and only affiliated Union of Reform Judaism (URJ) Jewish congregation. It is our mission to help one another feel closer to God's presence and kindle the divine light within one another.

This goal is accomplished through meaningful prayer, attainment of wisdom through study, Tikkun Olam and cultural/social events. It is also achieved by having facilities which befit an inspiring Beit El or house of God.

At Temple Emanu-El, we’ve added aloha (love from Hawaii) to our treasured Jewish concept of shalom (peace) to create our own special greeting. We hope that you will feel our warmest shaloha every time you enter our special Jewish place in Hawaii.

Temple Annual Meeting

Join us for the Temple Annual Meeting on Sunday, August 19th! Keep an eye on your mailbox this week for more information plus voting information for the new Board of Trustees.

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Director of Education Position

Temple Emanu-El of Honolulu, in the lush Nu’uanu Valley on the island of Oahu, is seeking an energetic and innovative educator to serve as its new Director of Education.  Click to view more...

Special Occasion? Plant a Tree in Israel

Temple Emanu-El has teamed up with the Jewish National Fund to help celebrate your special occasions by planting a tree in Israel!

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