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A Close Look at Torah

There are many ways to interpret Torah and its nuances of meaning that are often overlooked. We will continue our learning from last year, reading and interpreting the text of the Book of Deuteronomy line by line. New learners are always welcome. No fee for members Please register for this program here.  Meeting ID: 880 ...

Event Series Religion and Literature

Religion and Literature

We will explore different aspects of the relationship between religion and literature in contemporary novels and poetry, including rewritings of biblical stories, portrayals of religious life, and characters wrestling with religious ideas and values. Most examples will be focused on Judaism and Jews, though some may be drawn from other faith traditions. Professor Sufrin will ...

Hebrew 3

Zoom l Meeting ID: 814 9489 5424 l Passcode: 1224

A Book Discussion of Golem Girl with Author Riva Lehrer

Author Riva Lehrer will lead us in a discussion of her book, Golem Girl, a vividly told, gloriously illustrated memoir of an artist born with disabilities who searches for freedom and connection in a society afraid of strange bodies. This program will wrap up our February Jewish Disability Awareness and Inclusion Month. Although prior reading ...

Hebrew 3

Zoom l Meeting ID: 814 9489 5424 l Passcode: 1224

Insider View of Security Threats to Israel

This program will address the current security threats to Israel and is brought to us by Yosi Kuperwasser, Brigadier General, IDF Reserves, the Director of the Meir Amit Intelligence and Terrorism Information Center. Following the presentation, there will be an opportunity for questions and answers. The Meir Amit Intelligence and Terrorism Information Center near Tel ...

The Social Justice Torah Commentary: A Panel Discussion & Book Signing

with panelists Rabbi Barry Block, editor; and Chicago contributors Rabbi Shoshanah Conover, Rabbi Seth Limmer, and Rabbi Andrea London What does the Torah have to say about social justice? This new Commentary presents a diverse array of contributing authors who delve deeply into each week's parashah, drawing lessons to inspire tikkun olam. Chapters address key ...

A Close Look at Torah

There are many ways to interpret Torah and its nuances of meaning that are often overlooked. We will continue our learning from last year, reading and interpreting the text of the Book of Deuteronomy line by line. New learners are always welcome. No fee for members Please register for this program here.  Meeting ID: 880 ...