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Israeli Literature as a Window to a Diverse and Vibrant Society
Led by Rabbi Shana Chandler Leon
Encounter Israeli society through the pens of Israel’s leading writers, discovering voices that are original, frank, contemporary, and heartfelt. Delve into poetry and prose that are challenging and self-critical, gaining insights into the Israeli national psyche through written reflections on themes including longing for Zion, War, Peace, Immigration, Land and Identity. Renowned Israeli authors and emerging voices paint a multidimensional picture of a proud and complex nation.

Addressing the Challenges of Modernity: Denominations
Led by Rabbi Adam Schaffer
How has Jewish identity and religious expression been influenced by the historical and ideological developments of modernity? How has Judaism addressed hot-button topics like gender roles and intermarriage against the backdrop of 300 years of dramatic religious and social change? Delve into these topics and more in a fascinating 10-session study of the variety of voices that make up contemporary Judaism – where we are today, and how we got here.

Beyond Borders: The History of the Arab-Israeli Conflict Part 2
There is no need to have taken Part 1 to join this course
Lead by Benzy Kogen
Delve into the complexities of the past half-century of the Arab-Israeli conflict, from the War of Attrition, that began post-1967, to present tensions. How did we get from 1973’s Yom Kippur War to the Israel-Egypt Peace Treaty? What was the value of the Oslo Accords? What has been the impact of more contemporary peace attempts? Leap into complex topics, probing why a lasting peace between Israel and the Arab world has been so elusive and what developments might be next.
 
WINTER - 10 Session Series

Tuesdays Jan. 7 - Mar. 11
Rabbi Shana "Israeli Literature" 10:00-11:30 a.m.
Rabbi Adam "Jewish Modernity" 7:00-8:30 p.m. 

Wednesdays Jan. 8 - Mar. 12
Benzy Kogen "Beyond Borders" 10:00-11:45 a.m.

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80% until the second week of class.
No refunds after the second week of class. Checking this box indicates understanding of this policy. But if you need to drop the class for any reason, we can convert tuition to a donation to Stephen Wise Temple.

 

Thu, November 21 2024 20 Cheshvan 5785