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3.00 Credits
This course provides an examination of the basic beliefs imbedded in classical Rabbinic literature. Students will explore how these beliefs developed and what role the ancient Rabbis played in their development. Some of the essential beliefs to be studied include: Rabbinic conceptions of God; the doctrine of reward and punishment; the nature of the world to come; the resurrection of the dead; the role of the Messiah; and Israel's relationship with the rest of humanity. All sources will be studied in English translation. Division: College Division Department: Rabbinics
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3.00 Credits
Many of the core beliefs of Judaism were first developed by the rabbis in the early years of the Common Era. This course will examine these beliefs, demonstrate their development in rabbinic writings, discuss their application to the lives of the rabbis who developed them and consider the implications for Judaism today. Division: College Division Department: Rabbinics
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3.00 Credits
The issue of business ethics has been prominent in the news recently because several large American corporations have been accused of serious fraud violations. Jewish law contains a great deal of discussion concerning business practices and business ethics, and the current climate is an especially urgent one in which to study these sources (in English translation.) The primary focus of this course is to study Biblical and Rabbinic sources and analyze how issues of business ethics develop historically in Jewish legal texts. Some topics for discussion include: honesty in business; honest merchandizing; business fraud in Jewish law; labor law; competition; fair profits; loans and interest; insider trading; and health and safety issues. Division: College Division Department: Rabbinics
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3.00 Credits
In his classic work, The Sabbath, the late Prof Abraham Joshua Heschel asserted that time, rather than geographic space, is the special métier of the Jewish People. No matter the region or the regime, Jews have been able to fashion sacred worlds of meaning and community by marking the seasons of the year and the seasons of the individual's life. In this class we will explore the historic background of the Jewish calendar and its observances as well as the rites that comprise the Jewish lifecycle. Not only will we examine the traditional realms of meaning and rituals associated with these occasions, but we shall also explore the strains and transformational possibilities created by the realities of contemporary Jewish life. (May be taken for Rabbinics or Sociology credit) Division: College Division Department: Rabbinics
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3.00 Credits
This course will provide an overview of the structure and value concepts embodied in the Siddur to students who have had no previous academic background in the field of Jewish liturgy. Ability to decode Hebrew is required. Division: College Division Department: Rabbinics
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3.00 Credits
This course explores the common roots of ancient Rabbinic Judaism and early Christianity in the first five centuries CE. We study both the theological similarities between the two movements and the ways in which they developed into distinctly different religious traditions. Topics to be covered include: reward and punishment; heaven and hell; immortality of the soul; resurrection; martyrdom; and the messiah. The Jewish background of Jesus and Paul is discussed also. While the course concentrates primarily on the ancient period, we also briefly discuss the strained relationship between Judaism and Christianity in the medieval world and where that relationship is today. Division: College Division Department: Rabbinics
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3.00 Credits
This course is a study of how the Talmudic Rabbis lived, and how their lives embodied what they taught and believed. In addition to studying sources in English translation, we will also explore the Rabbinic period through hands-on, experiential learning. There will be a field trip to a local museum, a slide show on daily life in the Rabbinic period, and even a food-tasting event to experience the cuisine of the ancient Rabbis! We will see how the Rabbis passed down Jewish knowledge and Jewish values not only in the academies and study halls, but also through their own lives and personal experiences. Division: College Division Department: Rabbinics
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3.00 Credits
The search for spiritual meaning begins in the earliest years of life. In this course, the expression of spirituality in Judaism as well as current theories of faith and spiritual development will be discussed to provide essential background knowledge for students who wish to facilitate this search for young children, their families, for colleagues, and for themselves. As such, this information will be primarily descriptive rather than definitive, and will be used to explore meaningful experiences in prayer and ritual, as well as maximizing the spiritual content of daily life in the early childhood classroom. The daily service will be examined for content that is relevant to young children, and appropriate as well as authentic methods for presenting this content will be discussed. Criteria for evaluating publications of ritual and prayer experiences for young children in Jewish contexts will be developed, using the daily service as a platform. As a culmination, the Shabbat experience will be explored in order to allow students to synthesize their own prayer and ritual experiences for young children. Throughout the course, the class will discuss methods of addressing issues that arise for adults (teachers and parents) when exploring spirituality, ritual and prayer. The role of Israel in prayer and ritual will also be highlighted. Finally, spirituality, ritual and prayer will be considered for their power in inspiring a sense of community within the early childhood program setting. (this course may be taken for either Rabbinics or Education credit) Division: College Division Department: Rabbinics
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3.00 Credits
This course explores the early Rabbinic interpretations of the book of Genesis. Some major issues to be addressed are: the Rabbinic understandings of the creating of the universe; the creating of humanity; the conflict between Cain and Abel; and the lives of the ancient Patriarchs and Matriarchs. All sources will be studied in English translation. ( This course may be taken for Rabbinics or Bible credit) Division: College Division Department: Rabbinics
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3.00 Credits
This course is an intensive study of Mishnah Avot (also called Pirkei Avot.) Pirkei Avot is the only tractate of the Mishnah which deals exclusively with issues of Jewish ethics, theology, and philosophy. It is an ancient work created by early sages, yet it is a timeless classic with enduring significance for Jews in the modern age. Selected commentaries to Avot will also be studied, including: the earliest commentary to Avot, known as Avot de Rabbi Nathan; later medieval commentaries; and modern scholarly studies. All sources will be available in English translation. Division: College Division Department: Rabbinics
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