This course will dive into the history, archaeology, and tradition of the ancient Israelites to uncover how they developed monotheism. Who were the ancient Israelites and how did they come to embrace monotheism as a religious philosophy? In this class we will examine the origin theories surrounding the Israelites and trace the evolution of the […]
Discover transformative lessons from leading Jewish communal professionals in building sacred Jewish communities. Join us for a compelling conversation with AJU’s Dr. Ron Wolfson, Barry Shrage, and Rabbi Denise Eger as they share insights from their new book on building and leading sacred communities. Discover practical strategies from frontline experts on how to build meaningful […]
Abigail Pogrebin and Rabbi Dov Linzer debate their way through the Torah's teachings on love, survival and humanity's relationship with God. Overwhelmed by the thought of reading all 79,976 words in the Torah or decoding its 5,844 often complex passages? In It Takes Two to Torah, an Orthodox rabbi and a Reform journalist embark on […]
Join Zibby Owens and Rabbi Sherre Hirsch for a discussion on Jewish joy, resilience, and identity after the October 7 attacks. Rekindle Jewish joy, reminisce on your favorite Jewish dishes, and celebrate our resilience in a powerful collection of essays from 75 prominent authors, advocates, and public figures. Join bestselling author and podcaster Zibby Owens […]
Join co-authors of What Jewish Looks Like in a conversation about the rich tapestry of Jewish diversity and identity. Too many Jews have been told: "You don't look Jewish!" It begs the question, "What does Jewish look like?" Well, there are over fifteen million Jews in the world, which means there are more than fifteen […]
Amy Spitalnick discusses interconnection of antisemitism and democracy and the urgency of building alliances to protect Jewish communities. Since October 7th, the surge in antisemitism has raised important questions about how to effectively protect Jewish safety in a way that resonates with non-Jewish communities and strengthens democracy. Join Amy Spitalnick, CEO of the Jewish Council for […]
Rabbi Yitz Greenberg and Michael Berenbaum explore our relationship with God, tikkun olam, and Judaism’s vision for the future. Join Rabbi Irving (Yitz) Greenberg in conversation with AJU’s Michael Berenbaum as they explore key themes from The Triumph of Life, Rabbi Greenberg’s magnum opus and the Natan Fund's 2024 Natan Prize Winner. The book examines […]
Explore the shifting pillars of American Jewish identity with Joshua Leifer as he explores history, politics, and the future of Jewish life. Join author Joshua Leifer and AJU’s Rabbi Bradley Shavit Artson in an exploration of the changing landscape of American Jewish identity in Leifer’s new book, Tablets Shattered. Leifer examines the decline of Americanism, […]
Rabbi Jonathan Leener will explore the nature of Judaism's mission through the laws and themes of Chanukkah. We are delighted to offer this class for free. But to ensure we can keep making Jewish education accessible at no charge, will you make the suggested donation of $36 (or more, if you are so moved)? Thank […]
