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Introduction to Judaism 5784-5785

Introduction to Judaism is an engaging multi-session course for anyone interested in exploring Jewish life. 

In this course, you will explore a diversity of perspectives on Jewish life, engage with Jewish values, celebrations, and spirituality, and ask questions. 

Open to all, this course is designed for you, whether you are part of a Jewish+ or interfaith couple, an adult raising Jewish children, a spiritual seeker, considering conversion, or a Jew who wants a meaningful adult learning experience. Our programs affirm people from all backgrounds. Topics covered include holidays, life cycle celebrations, core beliefs, prayer, the Bible and other sacred texts, history, antisemitism and the Holocaust, Israel, the North American Jewish experience, and the diversity of the Jewish people today. Wherever you are on your journey with Judaism, this class is designed to be a safe and welcoming place for you to explore.  

Hosted by a variety of local (Delaware) Jewish congregations, representing a range of expressions of Jewish life, Introduction to Judaism meets primarily online, with some in-person gatherings. Classes reflect an open and inclusive approach and are taught by rabbis, cantors, and Jewish educators from a variety of different Jewish perspectives. 

Cost: $100 due at registration (scholarships are available) 

Hosted on Zoom on Thursdays at 7pm unless otherwise Indicated. 

Meeting Dates
  • Brief Orientation: In Person - Congregation Beth Emeth - 11/7/2024
  • Jewish Journey in Three Movements - Beth El - 11/14/2024 and 12/5/2024 
  • Basic Beliefs of Judaism - AKSE - 12/12/2024 and 1/2/2025 
  • Shabbat, Holidays, & Festivals - Beth Emeth - 1/9/2025 and 1/16/2025 
  • Hebrew Marathon - Siegel JCC - Sunday Date TBD 
  • Liturgy and Prayer - Beth Emeth - 1/23/2025 and 1/30/2025 
  • Mid-Year Music Practicum - Beth Emeth - Date TBD 
  • Sacred Texts - Beth Shalom - 2/6/2025, 2/13/2025 and 2/20/2025 
  • Life Cycle - Seaside Jewish Congregation - 2/27/2025 and 3/6/2025 
  • Graduation: In Person - Congregation Beth Shalom - Sunday 3/9/2025 
 
Before continuing, please review this overview document to learn more about the course. A  copy of this and a zoom link to participate in this course will be sent to you upon the completion of this form. 
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