Jewish Education 40229A - Teaching Jewish Spirituality:Gateways to the Soul in Jewish Education

Institution:

Gratz College

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Description:

This course will examine the theoretical, philosophic, and theological underpinnings of emerging Jewish spiritual education. We will examine educational strategies that can open students to neshamah (inner soul) work. Consideration will be given to education for Chochmah (wisdom), Rachmanut (responding compassionately to action directives), wonder and amazement, reverence and engagement. The role of the teacher will be examined in connection with how we redirect our educational efforts from class to child and family. Division: College Division Department: Jewish Education

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.gratz.edu/

Phone Number:

(215) 635-7300 ext 185

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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