5784 Course Highlights
PASSOVER HAGGADAH with Rabbi Rob Scheinberg , PhD
This course explores the origins and development of the Passover Seder , examining texts and traditions from Talmudic and medieval times , as well as the diversity of contemporary Haggadot and Seder practices .
ELIYAHU
HANAVI with Rabbi Jef Segelman
Study the life and work of the Prophet Elijah from the perspective of understanding the making of a spiritual leader . We will use both biblical and rabbinic texts , artistic images , and more in seeing how we can use the life of this prophet in understanding and working on clergy formation and spiritual leadership .
JEWISH CHORAL
MUSIC with Rabbi-Cantor Michael McCloskey
Jewish music is often times the heartbeat of public prayer . It holds us , comforts us , excites and fortifies our powerful reactions in times of need , want , crisis , and joy . Choral music has a special place in the Jewish songbook as voices in harmony work to bring depth and beauty to every moment .
LEADING THROUGH
CRISIS with Rabbi David Seth Kirshner
While synagogues are communities within themselves , they are also part of a larger community . It ’ s important to know how to connect with political authorities , police and fire departments , and to be a relevant part of a larger community . This course will give students guidance and a toolbox in dealing with external pieces in leading communities through times of crisis .
SAMUEL
with Dr . Job Jindo
This course is a critical reading of the book of Samuel , revolving around two axes : ( 1 ) religion and politics and ( 2 ) leadership and the human condition ( or human fallibility ). By the conclusion of this course , the student will be able to articulate : ( 1 ) the structure , purposes , and theological outlook of the book of Samuel ; ( 2 ) biblical insight into the relationships among politics , religion , and leadership ; and ( 3 ) three examples where the book of Samuel is a source for understanding the human condition in our own day .
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