JUDAIC STUDIES CLASSES

Monday Classes

TORAH LINE BY LINE: THE JOURNEY CONTINUES

Rabbi/Dr.

Mitch Parker

Series 1 and 3: Hybrid I Max M. Fisher Federation

Series 2: ZOOM

MONDAYS, 10 – 11:15 AM

Series 1: Sept. 18; Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; Nov. 6, 13

Series 2: Jan. 8, 22, 29; Feb. 5, 12, 19, 26; Mar. 4

Series 3: Mar. 18, 25; Apr. 1, 8; May 6, 13, 20, June 3

Building

Join us for the second half of the Book of Exodus as we continue to work our way, line by line, through the Torah. We resume as the Israelites arrive at Mount Sinai to receive the Torah and to build their very first temple, the Mishkan, while briefly pausing for a golden calf interlude. Our up-close study of the text in both Hebrew and English is a combined effort of both those sitting around the classroom table and the wise interpretations of our sages across the ages.

Tuition: $140 per 8-week series

Discount: Sign up for all three series $400

Series 1 and 3 may be attended either in-person or by ZOOM.

JEWISH VALUES AND THE ISRAELIPALESTINIAN CONFLICT: A SHALOM HARTMAN CURRICULUM

Rabbi Aaron Starr

In Person I Max M. Fisher

MONDAYS, 10:30 – NOON

Oct. 9, 23, 30; Nov. 6, 13

Federation Building

Utilizing curriculum from the Shalom Hartman Institute, join us to engage with the ideas and values that form the many different attitudes toward the IsraeliPalestinian conflict. Using objectivity to discuss, and perhaps even alter and shape the way we think about this deeply politically embedded situation, we will be challenged to think deeply. With an eye toward understanding, knowledge, and reflection we will journey toward considering not only ours, but the values and truths of others caught in this conflict.

Tuition: $105

A SERIOUS (AND SOMETIMES CRITICAL) LOOK AT THE HAPPY HOLIDAY OF HANUKKAH

Rabbi Robert Dobrusin

Zoom

MONDAYS, 10 – 11:15 AM

Nov. 13, 27; Dec. 4, 11

Join us as we explore the historical origin of the holiday of Hanukkah, the traditions which have developed over the centuries, the prayers and songs which are part of the celebration and the meaning of Hanukkah for our time. Prepare for some surprises as we delve deeply into the Festival of Lights and discuss, among other issues, the pros and cons of public Menorah Lighting ceremonies, how comfortable we should be celebrating a military victory in the context of a religious holiday and the critical question of whether we should pay more (or less) attention to this minor festival.

Tuition: $70

MODERN JEWISH MEDICAL ETHICS Jill Gutmann ZOOM

MONDAYS, 10:00 – 11:30 AM

Monthly: Sept. 11; Oct. 9; Nov. 13; Dec. 11; Jan. 8; Feb. 5; Mar. 4; Apr. 1; May 6

Take a deep dive into the hot medical issues of the day with bio-ethicist Jill Gutmann. Whether it is a discussion of mental health or the physician and nursing shortage, you will be guided through an engaging discussion while looking at the science, politics, Jewish commentary and other relevant sources to frame your opinion. Never knowing what the timely topic will be until class, this fun, informative and engaging class is sure to make you think and want the discussion to continue long after the class has ended.

Tuition: $190