Introduction to Judaism

Past Sessions
Wednesday, February 12, 2020 • 17 Sh'vat 5780 - 6:30 PM - 8:15 PM
Wednesday, February 5, 2020 • 10 Sh'vat 5780 - 6:30 PM - 8:15 PM
Wednesday, January 29, 2020 • 3 Sh'vat 5780 - 6:30 PM - 8:15 PM
Wednesday, January 22, 2020 • 25 Tevet 5780 - 6:30 PM - 8:15 PM
Wednesday, January 15, 2020 • 18 Tevet 5780 - 6:30 PM - 8:15 PM
Wednesday, January 8, 2020 • 11 Tevet 5780 - 6:30 PM - 8:15 PM
Wednesday, December 18, 2019 • 20 Kislev 5780 - 6:30 PM - 8:15 PM
Wednesday, December 11, 2019 • 13 Kislev 5780 - 6:30 PM - 8:15 PM
Wednesday, December 4, 2019 • 6 Kislev 5780 - 6:30 PM - 8:15 PM
Wednesday, November 20, 2019 • 22 Cheshvan 5780 - 6:30 PM - 8:15 PM
Wednesday, November 13, 2019 • 15 Cheshvan 5780 - 6:30 PM - 8:15 PM
Wednesday, November 6, 2019 • 8 Cheshvan 5780 - 6:30 PM - 8:15 PM
Wednesday, October 30, 2019 • 1 Cheshvan 5780 - 6:30 PM - 8:15 PM
Wednesday, October 23, 2019 • 24 Tishrei 5780 - 6:30 PM - 8:15 PM

INTRODUCTION TO JUDAISM: Exploring Jewish Concepts and Practices

October 23, 2019-February 5, 2020

Wednesdays, 6:30-8 pm

This survey course covers a wide range of topics including an introduction to Jewish texts, history, ritual and thought. It is perfect for anyone looking for adult-level basics, whether you never set foot in the Jewish classroom or just have hazy memories of Sunday school.

In addition to the classroom sessions there are several outside class experiences. Home rituals are taught with a Shabbat Dinner and Passover Prep. Students are also asked to attend two of our Saturday morning Torah study groups. The overall combined class time is about 30 hours.

This course is designed to prepare you for other classes or independent study.

Free for CSI members. Class fee for nonmembers is $180 per person. Couples are encouraged to attend together. Scholarships available. No one turned away for financial reasons.

BOOKS for the class - reading assignments:
Settings of Silver by Stephen M. Wylen; Living Judaism by Wayne D. Dosick