Rabbi Hanniel Levenson

aith relationship. We felt very comfortable throughout the whole process and truly felt that Rabbi Levenson was there to make our ceremony the right one for us. Would highly recommend the Rabbi

ere we found such an incredible man to officiate, they thought he was someone we’d known forever.  And on top of the beautiful ceremony, Rabbi Hanniel is an amazing artist!!! He created the most STUNNNING Ketubah for us. We sent him pictures of our favorite place, and he made a true work of art that will live in our home forever.  If he’s available you MUST have him bless your wedding, he made ours so special ❤️🙏

ad us complete led us to feel even deeper connected going into the big day. Creating the ceremony with him was easy, and even fun! He was completely flexible (Hebrew vs. English, which blessings we wanted) and nothing was a "must" - it felt like us. On the day of the wedding, Hanniel brought a great vibe to a hectic day and led us in an incredible ceremony that was meaningful for us and enjoyed by our guests - we got so many compliments! If you want a chill (but organized) and fun (but spiritual) Rabbi - Hanniel is your guy!

during the ceremony and brought us peace throughout the entire process. We strongly recommend using Hanniel.

was incredibly attentive, kind, and asked us important questions that helped my husband and I learn more about each other before our wedding day. I can not recommend Rabbi Hanniel enough.

modern style and sensibility, but he incredibly spiritual and deep. Working with him was a joy for us because he became a friend, confidant and guide for us as we neared our wedding date. We did a few planning meet-ups and a counseling session and we were very pleased with how everything went. The wedding day ceremony was nothing short of spectacular and my favorite part our wedding because he did such a beautiful job speaking, going through the Jewish wedding traditions with us, guiding our guests through each part of the wedding and creating a pristine experience for us that will live in our hearts/minds for the rest of our lives. Hanniel also designed our Ketubah. He's an artist and can customize a beautiful Ketubah based on your personality/style. We loved ours so much, it's hanging on our photo wall. If you're thinking about working with Hanniel, do not hesitate. He is the right choice. We couldn't have been happier and continue our friendship with him until this day.

wife and I felt an immediate and deep connection to him. Rabbi Levenson is incredibly intelligent, funny, empathetic, and impactful. He guided us through the process with kindness and thoughtfulness, making everything feel personal and meaningful. On our wedding day, Rabbi Levenson created an extraordinary atmosphere—he engaged our guests beautifully, eliciting both laughter and tears, and truly captured the essence of the moment. His presence elevated the ceremony into something magical and timeless. Beyond the ceremony, we valued our conversations with him and the personal connection we felt on both a human and spiritual level. We are so grateful for Rabbi Levenson's warmth, wisdom, and the role he played in making our wedding so special.

ual, accessible to all denominations, and interactive. We couldn't recommend Rabbi Hanniel more.

and ritual. Notably, he created a palpable bond between the guests, ourselves, and himself. The moment the ceremony began, he made eye contact with us and immediately put us at ease. Having been guests at many other weddings, never before had we felt that everyone in attendance was spiritually present and in the moment with us under the chuppah, and that we were all one being, celebrating and sharing in a love between two people. Leading up to the wedding, he conducted our Zoom sessions in a humble and open manner. We truly felt that he wanted to get to know us as individuals and as a couple. If you are lucky enough to have him as your officiant, you will be blown away, Our guests repeatedly came up to us after the ceremony to rave about how amazing he was. We cannot recommend him highly enough.

e perfect rabbi for us. He focused on our relationship (not just the wedding itself) and worked with us to craft a ceremony that put a more modern spin on some of the traditional Jewish rituals. We loved our pre-marital discussions with Hanniel, and we left each one feeling more excited, knowledgeable, and connected to each other. The other key thing to note about Hanniel is how infectious his energy his. He created such a vibrant yet comfortable feeling for all of our guests, and the ceremony itself felt like a true celebration rather than a stiff formality. At least 15 of our guests came up to us after and raved about how outstanding and unique Hanniel was. We can’t recommend him highly enough!

edding which he officiated in Brooklyn and our larger wedding ceremony in Curacao. Hanniel made both ceremonies truly beautiful, inclusive to everyone and most importantly very personal to us. He is such a wonderful teacher and human being and I highly recommend his services for weddings and beyond.

ow, and we didn’t give Hanniel a clear answer. Hanniel navigated the slight complications of this whole dynamic with real grace, while still holding true to his own spiritual existence and perspective. He also had a bold presence that caught people’s attention. This boldness was not only a force for good during the ceremony, but also a boon at the reception afterwards, where Hanniel was a fun party guest. Be prepared for a rather personal questionnaire and consultation from the rabbi beforehand. He didn’t seem like he was just gonna wed someone off the street.

s guy and how can I have him in my life?”. Two years later, after I got engaged and my wife indicated that she wanted to convert to Judaism, Hanniel was my first call. He and my wife hit it off immediately, likely owing to Hanniel’s multi-faceted approach to Judaism with echos of study in environmental science, lived experience in Israel and appreciation of music as the voice of the soul. That conversation kicked off months of Jewish study — as much a reconciliation for me as it was a conversion for her — culminating in a Jewish wedding ceremony that felt absolutely transporting for everyone in attendance, the religious and non-practicing alike, under Hanniel’s deft guidance. For whatever your spiritual journey, we cannot recommend Hanniel highly enough.

the wine breathing bad temple breath all over your white wedding gown, unfortunately Hanniel is not your guy. But if you instead want to venture on a spiritual journey (religious or not is your call) with the love of your life, and find new meaning in both your relationship and yourself in a completely no-pressure environment, well then you’ve come to the right place. Hanniel brings the excitement of that special chance encounter you experience with a stranger, with the well-worn comfort of a decades-long friendship, somehow culminating in a service that will fit you and your spouse like a fitted sheet. Trust us when we say you will only regret it if you don’t use Hanniel for your wedding. Colby and Martin Rothman

yed working with him. We can't imagine anyone else having married us. We highly recommend Hanniel!!!

crafting the ceremony the way we wanted it to be, and was very open minded with our suggestions while still maintaining traditional Jewish customs. One of the best parts was the pre-marital counseling he provided, where he came to our apartment and spoke with us about common issues or concerns couples have before getting married. He listened to us and helped to coach us during these discussions. He also used these stories as anecdotes during our ceremony to make it more personal. The ceremony itself was conducted partially in english to be inclusive of all guests, and was very spiritual and moving with a refreshing, youthful energy. We had multiple people express how impressed they were with him after the ceremony, as were we! We can't recommend him enough.

e our wedding that meant something to both of us. We were introduced to Hanniel by our close friend and we first met Hanniel at a coffee shop. We immediately clicked and it felt like we had known Hanniel for years. During that first meeting we just chatted and got to know each other and the conversation was relaxed - we truly had fun! When we left my little husband and I both knew that he was the right choice for our special day. We met with Hanniel multiple times leading up to our wedding and each time we met we became more and more thankful we were having Hanniel officiate our wedding. He made all of the planning for the ceremony simple, efficient and completely stress free. He helped us design and review personal programs for the ceremony and figured out ways to incorporate all of our special requests. Fast forward to our wedding ceremony - Hanniel exceeded all expectations! It was truly a special, heart warming ceremony unlike any other we had ever attended. I am not just saying that because it was our weeding. So many of our wedding guests said it was the best wedding ceremony they ever attended. They said they actually felt as though they were a part of the ceremony and not just a spectator. Even the bride’s father who is very conservative said that Hanniel conducted the most perfect ceremony - the perfect mix of religion, love, humor and life lessons. People still talk about our ceremony and my husband and I still remember the lessons Hanniel taught us along the way. We cannot recommend Hanniel enough for a wedding ceremony and we cannot wait to work with him again for future events in our life!