THE COURSE is a pathway for the adult learner who wishes to discover or deepen Jewish knowledge. It is for Jews who wish to learn more about Judaism, non-Jews who are marrying a Jewish partner, and people who are considering conversion to Judaism.
Taught by Senior Faculty of Temple Emanu-El. Of course, refreshments will be served. Graduates of THE COURSE are encouraged to continue learning in the Tauber Jewish Studies Program.
Tuesday nights 7:00 - 9:00 pm
Please register in advance by calling (415) 751-2541 x 213, or email: adultlearning@emanuelsf.org,
Click here to download a registration form or register online.
Any Emanu-El rabbi can help arrange confidential scholarship assistance.

Fall 2008 Trimester: Structure of Sacred Time: Rituals of the Jewish Life Cycle
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October 28
November 4
November 18
November 25
December 2
December 9
December 16
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The Jewish Calendar and The Sabbath
Learning from our Traditional Texts
Death and Mourning
B'nei Mitzvah
Marriage and Birth
Learning from our Traditional Texts
Conversion and Mikvah
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The Course is $10 for members, and $50.00 for non-members. There is a one time book fee of $65.00 (for non-members and members).
Book List:
Berlin, A.; Brettler, M.S.; Fishbane, M. (Eds). (2004). Jewish Study Bible: Tanakh Translation. Oxford University Press: New York.
Strassfeld, M. (2002). A Book of Life: Embracing Judaism as a Spiritual Practice. Jewish Lights Publishing: Vermont.
Wylen, M., S. (2000). Setting of Silver: An Introduction to Judaism. Second Edition. Paulist Press: New York, Mahwah, and N.J.