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Fall Semester (2 Terms): August 28th - December 28th, 2012
Spring Semester (1 Term): January 4th - May 16th, 2013
Summer Semester (1 Term): May 15th - July 29th, 2013

It's About Education and Leadership
Gain a strong understanding of core concepts in Jewish thought while living in the heart of Jerusalem.

  • Examine the Relevance of being Jewish in today's world.
  • Define major tenets of Jewish thought from a rational perspective
  • Explore major themes and practices in Jewish spirituality
  • Gain leadership skills necessary for the Jewish world's advancment

It's About Growth
Curriculum include tracks in: Jewish Philosophy, Jewish History, Talmudic Studies, Torah Studies, Relationships & Jewish Law

Enter a forum which provides opportunities for Jews of all backgrounds to discover the wisdom and beauty of their heritage in an atmosphere of open inquiry and mutual respect.
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    Departments and Classes

    Talmud: Overview & In-Depth Analysis

    • Introductory Talmud Overview
      • Introductory course in basic textual comprehension and structure.
    • Beginning Talmud Overview & Analysis
      • Development of rapid textual comprehension. Provides the necessary vocabulary skills and understanding of syntax to build a solid foundation for more in-depth study.
    • Intermediate Talmud Overview & Analysis
      • Analysis of selected portions of text according to Rashi's commentary. Exposure to large quantities of selected text in order to distinguish general trends in Talmudic thought.
    • Advanced Talmud Overview & Analysis
      • Getting clear, objective definitions is the first step to intellectual honesty. Applying those definitions to everyday life is what really determines greatness. In this class we explore the 5 levels of integrating knowledge and balancing emotion.

      Department of Jewish Law

    • Introductory Law: Overview
      • Overview of the Jewish legal codes pertaining to daily practice.
    • Beginning Law Studies
      • Emphasis on textual familiarity and exposure to code structure.
    • Intermediate Law Studies
      • Development of analytical skills and exposure to modern responsa.
    • Advanced Law Studies
      • Further development of analytical skills at an accelerated pace.

      Department of Philosophy & Ethics

    • Introductory
      • A prologue to Jewish moral and existential tenants. These courses are generally lecture and not text-based.
    • Beginning Philosophy & Ethics
      • A broad exposure to Jewish philosophical source material. Mesilat Yeshorim (The Path of the Just), by Rabbi Moshe Chaim Luzzatto (Italy, 18th Century), Nefesh Hachaim (The Living Soul), Nefesh Hachaim (The Living Soul), Michtav M'Eliyahu (Strive for Truth), by Rabbi Eliyahu Dessler (England, 20th Century).
    • Intermediate Philosphy & Ethics
      • An initiation to detailed textual analysis.
    • Advanced Philosphy & Ethics
      • An in-depth study with emphasis on the classification of underlining philosophical trends.

      Department of Torah Studies

    • Introductory Torah Studies
      • Rudimentary exposure to scriptural texts in the vernacular with an introduction to the original Hebrew text. The historical framework of the Bible is outlined through the post-Biblical period. Emphasis on scriptural verses found in the liturgy.
    • Beginning Torah Studies
      • This course is designed to enable self-sufficiency in the original Hebrew texts through a careful examination of the structure, grammar and usage of Biblical Hebrew. Emphasis on the Five Books of Moses.
    • Intermediate Torah Studies
      • The study of commentators (particularly the classic commentary of Rashi, 11th Century) who clarify and interpret the simple meaning of the texts. Overview of the Prophets and Writings in original Hebrew texts.
    • Advanced Torah Studies
      • Through a continuation of the analysis of the simple meaning of the text, students learn to locate and analyze inconsistencies in the grammar, syntax and narrative of the Five Books of Moses in order to anticipate the exegesis of the classic commentaries.

      Department of Language

    • Introductory Hebrew A
      • Exposure to the substrate of Contemporary and Modern Hebrew. Emphasis on conversational Hebrew and the building of basic vocabulary and conjugation skills.
    • Introductory Hebrew B
      • Introduction to the analysis of Hebrew texts. Emphasis on Classical Hebrew and its particular grammatical forms.
    • Introductory Hebrew C
      • Continued study of the analysis of Hebrew texts. Exposure to Aramaic linguistic influence on late and post-Biblical Hebrew.