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
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
Join our community in exploring the themes of the season, weekly Torah reading, and holidays. Using the Jewish Studio Process, we integrate spiritual grounding, text study, and creative process (using any materials you have at home to explore and play). This is not just for artists! We use materials to deepen our understanding and experience
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
Biblical Hebrew 5: Readings and Translations 1-2:30 PM on Wednesdays, November 17-January 12 Join Rabbi Fredi Cooper for Biblical Hebrew learning. In addition to completing a workbook, students will read and translate short biblical passages. Rabbi Fredi Cooper Rabbi Fredi Cooper is a retired rabbi, teacher, therapist, mother, wife and friend and mentor. Her passion
Appreciating the Art and Genius of Leonard Cohen Z”L through a Jewish Lens In this 3-session course, we will look at selected writing and song lyrics of Leonard Cohen Z”L from a Jewish perspective asking the question: “How are we to conceive of the impact and legacy of this unique poet, novelist and songwriter in
December Art Beit Midrash 9:00 - 10:00 AM on Mondays and Wednesdays Join our community in exploring the themes of the season, weekly Torah reading, and holidays. Using the Jewish Studio Process, we integrate spiritual grounding, text study, and creative process (using any materials you have at home to explore and play). This is not
Ancient Prayers - New Songs Ancient Jewish prayer-songs and poetry - such as the Psalms - are often rollercoaster-like expressions of the human soul that vary as widely in their thematic consistency as they do in their musical meters. This class will explore how we can draw out coherent ideas from the Psalms and other
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
