Jewish Learning

Kabbalah According to Jim Carrey

Kabbalah, the increasingly popular study of mystical Jewish teachings, can seem dauntingly complex. Its building blocks known as the Sefirot, the perspectives of revelation of G-d’s character, all the more so. In this class, using the films and humor of Jim Carrey, we will look to uncover these foundational concepts and hope to bring new…

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Basic Judaism classes coming this spring

Taking a basic Judaism class together is a great way to establish a shared understanding of Jewish traditions and practices. I encourage couples to take a class together and to spend time discussing what they learn. The Course (and by that they mean an introduction to Judaism) With Emanu-El Clergy “The Course” is a pathway…

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“Being” Jewish should give meaning to your Life

  I’m going to invite you to think about “being” Jewish and what that means. Either you or your partner is Jewish. You may be raising your kids Jewish. Actually “being” Jewish poses questions about internalized identity and behavior and how they intersect. Being Jewish is entirely effortless; yet it demands action if you want…

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A Taste of Judaism: Fall 2010

Are You Curious? A Taste of Judaism has been around for more than ten years and literally tens of thousands of people have taken it. It is aimed at the adult learner who has little knowledge of Judaism, but a curious mind. The class covers the three pillars of Judaism: Jewish spirituality — Jewish views…

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The Jews of Shanghai – two films June 6

A couple of interesting films coming right up. For those who are living in an Asian Jewish family you are aware that these films are about European Jews who fled the Holocaust by going to China. Being a Chinese Jew in California do not mean tracing your ancestry to Shanghai. A Place to Save Your…

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