BT in the AM

Class 1: Classical Perspectives on the Parsha with Rabbi Chai Posner
9:30-10:20am

Gain fresh insight into the Book of Shemot by examining it through the rich lens of the classic commentators, including Rashi, Ramban, Ibn Ezra, Seforno and others. Explore their personalities and distinct interpretive styles and appreciate how their contributions continue to illuminate our understanding of Torah for generations. 

Jewish history has sometimes fallen prey to false assumptions and promoted ideologically motivated myths, like the singularity of the Jerusalem Temple or that the Jews were united in their opposition to Roman rule. The truth is much messier than these oversimplifications would suggest. This class will examine and deconstruct the top myths and mistakes found in popularized versions of Jewish history.

What does it really mean to be a committed Jew? How can Jewish life shape our character, our choices, and the people we strive to become in the modern world? Too often, religious practice centers on actions alone, without asking how those practices shape us internally. Together, we’ll explore Jewish values and character traits and how they guide a life of meaningful service to God. Because religious commitment isn’t just about what we do — it’s about who we become.

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