Tuesdays, 7:00-8:30pm on Zoom
The Open Beit Midrash offers text-based, hevrutah (partnered)-style classes, each of which is facilitated by a different instructor and runs for three consecutive weeks. All texts will be provided in the original and in translation, giving each hevrutah (learning pair) the ability to learn at their own level and pace. All sessions will run on Zoom until further notice, from 7:00-8:30pm. Questions? Have something you want to teach or learn? Email Rabbi Bec Richman: beitmidrash@germantownjewishcentre.org.
Offerings for 5782 (October 2021-May 2022)
Click on any of the classes for more information and to register.
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When the Land Took its Rest: An Introduction to Shmita, the Year of Unfarming, with Nati Passow (October 12, 19, 26)
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Believing: Jewish Theologies, with Rabbi Adam Zeff (November 2, 9, 16)
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Appreciating the Art and Genius of Leonard Cohen Z”L through a Jewish Lens, with Dr. Gary Goldberg (November 30, December 7, 14)
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Ancient Prayers – New Songs, with Joey Weisenberg (January 4, 11, 18)
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American Jews and Social Justice, with Dr. Reena Friedman (January 25, February 1, 8)
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Jewish Bioethics Faces Contemporary Challenges, with Rabbi David Teutsch (February 15, 22, March 1)
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Feminist Midrash, with Jessica Belasco (March 8, 15, 22)
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The Ethical Writings of Maimonides, with Dr. Julie Klein (March 29, April 5, 12)
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Torah Scrolls: Up Close And Personal, with Jen Taylor Friedman (April 26, May 3, 10)