"MEOR allowed me to explore Israel and my Jewish identity from a new perspective. Even after exploring Israel extensively with my family and with other organized travel programs, Meor showed me that Israel is more than just a geographical homeland for the Jewish people. Israel is the epicenter of Jewish thought and learning. Thought-provoking lectures and discussion groups with the brightest minds in contemporary Jewish philosophy helped me discover a new sense of spirituality and connection to Judaism. Creating relationships with the exceptional staff, rabbis, and chevruta tutors personalized my experience. I am so grateful to Meor for giving me the chance to learn more about myself in a supportive community surrounded by peers equally as excited to learn and grow."