Simcha Paull Raphael
Psychotherapist, author, and death awareness educator
Simcha Paull Raphael is a Canadian professional with a multifaceted career in psychology, education, and writing. As a psychotherapist, he has developed expertise in the field, while also making significant contributions as a death awareness educator. His work in this area has led to the establishment of the Da'at Institute, which focuses on death awareness, advocacy, and training. Through this institute, Raphael aims to promote a deeper understanding of death and its implications.
Raphael is also a published author, having written the book Jewish Views of the Afterlife. This work represents a unique synthesis of traditional Jewish philosophy and modern concepts from transpersonal psychology, consciousness research, and near-death studies. The book has been recognized as a seminal work in the fields of thanatology and religious studies, challenging prevailing assumptions about Jewish beliefs regarding the afterlife. By exploring the intersection of psychology, philosophy, and spirituality, Raphael's work has expanded our understanding of this complex and multifaceted topic.