
One of the paradoxes of modern Jewish life is that Judaism’s central text- the Torah- is often neglected for other kinds of study. Yet all of Jewish reality can be traced back to this cornerstone document of Western civilization. Join some of today’s greatest Tanach scholars as they analyse and investigate fascinating passages and themes of the Tanach in order to shine a light on issues such as Judaism and politics; the question of evil; can a Jew argue with previous authorities on how to interpret the Bible; what does Tanach teach us about God; and much more.
Featured speakers
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Mar 5, 2012 | An Introduction to Midrash |
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Mar 5, 2012 | Knowing G-d in the Book of Exodus |
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Mar 5, 2012 | The Yeshiva and the Academy: Similarities, Differences, and What We Can Learn From One Another in Bible Study |
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Mar 5, 2012 | Why Did Mordechai Not Bow Down to Haman? |
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Mar 5, 2012 | The Life, Worldview & Influence of Rabbi Obadiah Seforno: A 16th Century Renaissance Rabbi |
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Mar 5, 2012 | The Art of Partying: Studying the Mishteh (drinking) in the Megillah |
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Mar 5, 2012 | Isaiah As One of the First Midrashists? |
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Mar 5, 2012 | Amalek and the Two Faces of Evil |
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Mar 6, 2012 | Freedom of Interpretation: When Are We Allowed to Disagree With Hazal? |
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Mar 6, 2012 | Freedom of Interpretation: When Are We Allowed to Disagree With Hazal? |
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Mar 6, 2012 | Freedom of Interpretation: When Are We Allowed to Disagree With Hazal? |
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Mar 6, 2012 | Freedom of Interpretation: When Are We Allowed to Disagree With Hazal? |
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