e-TiM: Online Program
e-TiM: The Twelve Tribes of Israel in their Ancestral Territories
From the very beginning, Am Yisrael was not a monolith, but a federation of shevatim—distinct tribes, each with its own personality, destiny, and territory. This course explores the unique character of each of Jacob’s sons and Joseph’s two sons as they evolve into full-fledged tribes. Through close analysis of biblical and rabbinic texts, we will trace their spiritual and historical development, examine the nahala (land inheritance) each tribe received, and uncover deeper conceptual links between tribe and territory. Join us in journeying through the inner and outer landscapes of the shevatim, and discover how each contributes to the collective identity of the Jewish people.
Monday April 28 - Reuven, Leah's Firstborn
Monday May 5 - Virtual Tour of Nahalat Reuven
Monday May 12 - Shimon, Zealous for the Integrity of Israel
No Class May 19
Monday May 26 - Shimon and Levi are Brothers
No Class June 2
Monday June 9 - Yehudah, The Leader
Monday June 16 - Yissachar, The Farmer
Monday June 23 - Zevulun, The Ambassador
Monday June 30 - Dan, The Dark Shevet
Monday July 7 - Naftali, The Binder
Monday July 14 - Gad, The Vanguard
Monday July 21 - Asher, The Communicator
Monday July 28 - Yosef, The Dreamer
Monday August 4 - Menashe, The Underdog
Monday August 11 - Ephraim, The Delightful Child
No Class August 18
Monday August 25 - Binyamin, The Lone Wolf
