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Great Books
Bible
Explore topics in the Five Books of Moses, the Prophets and the Writings. Options to read the narrative chronologically, thematically or to choose a particular book to study in depth.
Talmud
Includes the Mishnah (the written Oral Law) and the Gemara (the commentary on the Mishnah). Courses available in introductory to advanced Talmud study.
Midrash
Biblical exegesis through stories that often attempt to fill in gaps in the Biblical narrative regarding events or personalities.
Philosophy
Focus on a particular theme or question and trace its presence and discussion throughout the history of Jewish philosophy, or focus on a philosopher to study in depth.
Chassidut
Hassidic teachings and understandings of Judaism and mysticism that often focus on spirituality.
Liturgy
Study of the content, historical context, and modern-day relevance of prayer. Opportunities to study prayer leadership skills also exist.
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Big Questions
Parenting
What does it mean to be a Jewish parent and to raise a Jewish family?
Leadership
What does it mean to be a Jewish leader? What are examples of leadership found in the Bible and other Jewish stories?
Tzedakah
Where does the commandment to give come from? What does it look in the Bible and Talmud? What does it look like in today’s world?
Audacious Questions
What are Jewish perspectives on sexuality, race, art, food, Zionism, feminism etc?
Social Justice/Tikkun Olam
What does Judaism say about ideas of social justice? How can Judaism’s teachings inform our approach to present-day social justice?
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Personal/Spiritual Development
Mindfulness
How to consider and develop a Jewishly-informed practice of daily mindfulness.
Relationships
How can Judaism inform our approach to relationships?
God
What is God? What is our relationship to God? What are the struggles and concepts of God present in the Jewish tradition?
Holidays
What are the traditions around each Jewish holiday? Where do they come from? What are the holidays commemorating? How can we make them relevant to our lives today?
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