When the Land Took its Rest: An Introduction to Shmita Join us for this 3 part exploration of how Shmita holds enormous promise for society, the economy, and the environment. We will unpack the biblical understanding of farming, discover what the Shmita year is and how it relates to a wider blueprint that our tradition
What is Judaism really about? How can we understand Torah? What are Jewish views of relationships? And where does antisemitism come from? Join Rabbi Adam Zeff and Student Rabbi Maria Pulzetti for a weekly exploration of some "fundamentals of Judaism." The class will take us on an exploration of key topics, core Jewish stories, and
Believing: Jewish Theologies Join Rabbi Adam Zeff for a three-week exploration of different ways that Jews have approached the idea of God. From Biblical and rabbinic theology to medieval and modern theologians, participants will come away from the class with a taste of the vast theological diversity in Judaism. Discussions will spark personal reflection about
American Jews and Social Justice This three-session course will explore the contributions made by selected Jewish activists to various movements for social justice in the United States from the mid nineteenth through the late twentieth centuries. We will read excerpts from the activists' speeches, memoirs or other writings, and will discuss the ways in which
Take a quick break in the middle of your day to learn Mishnah, a central rabbinic text, with Rabbi Zeff. We will learn about what Mishnah is, how it works, and delve into some key mishnaic texts together. If you are curious about rabbinic text but have not studied any before, this class is for
We will consider central principles of Jewish bioethics and then discuss their application to current controversies, including vaccination, end-of-life decision making, abortion and topics raised by participants in the class. This class is part of the Open Beit Midrash series and meets on Zoom from 7:00-8:30 PM on Tuesdays, February 15, February 22, and March
Join our monthly Women’s Talmud Study and learn some of the key Talmudic sugyot (topics or discussions). No advanced preparation is required, and we learn everything with an English translation together in class. If you’re curious about the Talmud and eager to learn some classic Talmudic stories and passages, this class is for you! Sessions
Join Rabbi Fredi Cooper to study and read closely Jewish texts. In addition to the biblical text, midrashic texts are introduced when they extend the understanding of the texts encountered. All are welcome. The class meets on Mondays from 1-2:00 PM on Zoom. Tuition for the full year is $200/member or $280/non-member. Weekly tuition rates
Join Rabbi Fredi Cooper to study and read closely Jewish texts. In addition to the biblical text, midrashic texts are introduced when they extend the understanding of the texts encountered. All are welcome. The class meets on Mondays from 1-2:00 PM on Zoom. Tuition for the full year is $200/member or $280/non-member. Weekly tuition rates
Join Rabbi Fredi Cooper to study and read closely Jewish texts. In addition to the biblical text, midrashic texts are introduced when they extend the understanding of the texts encountered. All are welcome. The class meets on Mondays from 1-2:00 PM on Zoom. Tuition for the full year is $200/member or $280/non-member. Weekly tuition rates
