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AJU Summer Book Talks: The Boy with the Star Tattoo

Discover the stories of Jewish children hidden in Christian homes during the Holocaust, and Israel’s Youth Aliyah mission to rescue them.

Join Author Talia Carner and AJU’s Michael Berenbaum as they dive into her newest novel, The Boy with the Star Tattoo. Carner’s novel delves into the stories of Jewish children hidden in Christian homes during the Holocaust, and the postwar efforts by the Youth Aliyah movement to find and rescue these orphans. Carner and Berenbaum will discuss the profound impact of these historical events and their enduring ramifications. Purchase the book HERE.

Where Was God During the Holocaust?

How do we find the divine in the face of unimaginable tragedy? Join Michael Berenbaum in 4 weeks of exploration into this profound question.

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 you for your generosity!

Many people wonder where God was during the Holocaust, a question that has puzzled believers for decades. It gained significant attention in the latter half of the 20th century and continues to be a pressing issue for those grappling with the idea of God in a world filled with suffering and evil. In this course, we will explore the writings of Elie Wiesel, Emil Fackenheim, Richard L. Rubenstein, Eliezer Berkovits, Irving “Yitz” Greenberg, and others who have delved into this profound question.

This class meets the following Mondays from 12:00-1:00 pm Pacific Time:

June 3

June 10

June 17

June 24