Rhythms of Jewish Living: examines the Jewish calendar, holidays, and life-cycle events. Students explore ideas, beliefs and practices that define Jewish life. Purposes of Jewish Living: explores Jewish thought and beliefs. Essential Jewish theological concepts are presented through in-depth examination of the Bible, Talmud and other sacred texts. Moriah Congregation, 200 Taub Drive, Deerfield Faculty: […]
When dealing with life’s hardships and disappointments, when the suffering is overwhelming or the loss is devastating, many people ask themselves timeless Questions like these: Why do good people suffer? Why is there so much evil in the world? Is everything that happens per-ordained? Can’t God make a miracle for me? Answers are explored in […]
Within the field of ethics, one of the most challenging frontiers is medical ethics. While contemporary medical knowledge preserves life, modern advances have raised moral and ethical dilemmas related to the sanctity and dignity of life - issues whose scope was unimaginable a generation ago. This course explores Jewish approaches to a number of 21st […]
This Scholars course provides students with a strong, text-based historical overview from the late nineteenth century through today. Course material is designed to encourage discussion and debate, and to challenge students to appreciate the basis of the conflicting historical claims made by all sides in the conflict. The complexity of the conflict forces students to grapple […]
(10 lessons) Students explore the profound record of first-person accounts in diaries and memoirs uncovered in the years since the Holocaust and gain remarkable insights into the struggle for life as both young and old writers describe day-to-day life coping in the ghettos, imprisoned in the death camps, hiding on the run, and fighting for […]
Melton Jewish Professional Cohort - RHYTHMS of Jewish Living JUF / Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago The Jewish Professional Cohort includes Rhythms of Jewish Living and offers an exceptional study experience that will enhance your work and enrich your life as a Jew. Experience the award-winning, text-based Melton curricula with a community of Jewish professionals. LOCATION: […]
Ethics of Jewish Living (Revised 2018): examines the relationship between Jewish Life and ethical behavior and sheds light on how Jewish scholars and thinkers with multiple approaches consider contemporary issues that affect us individually and as a community. Crossroads of Jewish History: spotlights defining periods in Jewish history and emphasizes the richness of Jewish memory, exploring significant crossroads where […]
Ethics of Jewish Living (Revised 2018): examines the relationship between Jewish Life and ethical behavior and sheds light on how Jewish scholars and thinkers with multiple approaches consider contemporary issues that affect us individually and as a community. Couples Discount available; contact Rolly Cohen. Tuesdays 7–8 p.m. Begins: November 19, 2019 Instructor: Rabbi Marianne Novak
(10-Lessons) Israel's fateful journey through the wilderness of Sinai presented numerous challenges to the leadership of Moses and Aaron; at times the nation challenged their competence as leaders, and at times individuals arose to challenge their very right to lead. This Melton Scholars course will survey the dramatic events of the fourth book of the Torah, Sefer BeMidbar, through analysis […]
The stories take us from the universal tales of the creation of the world, the flood, and the Tower of Babel to the foundational tales of Abraham and Sarah, and the beginnings of the Jewish people. The themes of family and faith, honor and dishonor, passion and power provide a rich exploration of our people […]