Adult Learning
Adult Learning at Temple Beth David
As a community, we support a rich tradition of lifelong Jewish learning, where adults and parents are engaged as well as our children. Come to a class or lecture opportunity to participate in a lively discussion, get to know other members of our community, and learn something new. New and experienced learners are welcome. Rabbi Karen teaches a weekly Talmud class for all learners.
As Hillel said, “If not now, when?” Come join our learning Kehillah (community) and become inspired.
One of the things that makes Temple Beth David such an extraordinary community is our commitment to excellence in Adult Education. In addition to the support of our clergy and our board, that excellence comes from the passionate involvement of our congregants themselves."
Many of our lifelong learning activities are scheduled with regular education opportunities for children, making it easier for the whole family to be involved. Look for events on Sunday mornings, coordinated with Shorashim Religious School.
Other adult education opportunities include Lunchtime Talmud Study with the Rabbi on Thursdays, an annual Scholar In Residence weekend, and a bi-annual Congregational Retreat.
Topics of study include Jewish customs and practice, the study of Jewish texts, aspects of spirituality, and issues pertinent to contemporary Jewish and Israeli life.
Mon, January 20 2025
20 Tevet 5785
Adult Education Programs
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Sunday ,
JanJanuary 26 , 2025An Exploration of the Relationship Between Jewish Community & Secular Government
Sunday, Jan 26th 11:45a to 1:00p
With Rabbinic Intern Sarah Pollack. Together, we will examine the complex relationship between Jewish communities and secular government through the lens of political transitions, using the U.S. presidential inauguration as a springboard to explore classical Jewish texts and contemporary questions. Through studying Talmudic discussions about the Roman government, we'll grapple with fundamental questions about how Jewish communities navigate periods of feeling more and less represented in corridors of power, examining the tensions between participation in and separation from state institutions. We'll take a look at the tradition of the Prayer for the Government recited in synagogues, and think about what it has meant at various points in history, considering what it means to pray for governmental leadership while maintaining religious autonomy. -
Sunday ,
FebFebruary 2 , 2025The Akedah, with Rabbi Zoob
Sunday, Feb 2nd 11:45a to 1:15p
Rabbi Zoob will be teaching a course on the Akedah, the “Binding" of Isaac by his father Abraham. The course will include a close reading of the story of the near sacrifice of Isaac in Gen. 22, several fascinating midrashim on this famous story, and a special interpretation that suggests Isaac was indeed sacrificed but brought back to life!” -
Sunday ,
FebFebruary 9 , 2025The Akedah, with Rabbi Zoob
Sunday, Feb 9th 11:45a to 1:15p
Rabbi Zoob will be teaching a course on the Akedah, the “Binding" of Isaac by his father Abraham. The course will include a close reading of the story of the near sacrifice of Isaac in Gen. 22, several fascinating midrashim on this famous story, and a special interpretation that suggests Isaac was indeed sacrificed but brought back to life!” -
Sunday ,
FebFebruary 16 , 2025The Akedah, with Rabbi Zoob
Sunday, Feb 16th 11:45a to 1:15p
Rabbi Zoob will be teaching a course on the Akedah, the “Binding" of Isaac by his father Abraham. The course will include a close reading of the story of the near sacrifice of Isaac in Gen. 22, several fascinating midrashim on this famous story, and a special interpretation that suggests Isaac was indeed sacrificed but brought back to life!” -
Sunday ,
FebFebruary 23 , 2025The Akedah, with Rabbi Zoob
Sunday, Feb 23rd 11:45a to 1:15p
Rabbi Zoob will be teaching a course on the Akedah, the “Binding" of Isaac by his father Abraham. The course will include a close reading of the story of the near sacrifice of Isaac in Gen. 22, several fascinating midrashim on this famous story, and a special interpretation that suggests Isaac was indeed sacrificed but brought back to life!”
Temple Beth David
7 Clapboardtree Street
Westwood, MA 02090
781-769-5270
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