THE COURSE

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

October 28 November 4 November 18 November 25 December 2 December 9 December 16

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

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.