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The Gwendolyn and Joseph Straus School
The Scrolls of Spring: Esther, Song of Songs, and Ruth We will engage in a literary-theological study of key portions of the sections of the ketuvim that we read as part of the liturgy on the holidays of Purim, Passover and Shavuot. Close reading and overarching themes will be examined. Nathaniel Helfgot Monday, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. 12-session course: January 26, February 2, 9, 23, March 2, 16, 23, 30, April 27, May 4, 11, 18. Tuition: $400  Biblical Roots of the Passover Haggadah We will conduct a close examination of the biblical stories that serve as the background and framework of the haggadah. David Silber Friday, 9:30 – 11:00 a.m. 16-week course: January 23, 30, February 6, 13, 20, 27, March 6, 13, 20, 27, April 3, 24, May 1, 8, 15, 22. Tuition: $500 Naomi: Finding Her Biblical Voice The Book of Ruth is a highlight of the liturgy of Shavuot. We will study the Ruth narrative from the perspective of Naomi, exploring her distinctive role in biblical history and literature. Rachel Friedman Tuesday, May 5, 12:45 – 2:00 p.m. Tuition: $40 (includes lunch) Paid pre-registration for lunch required by Friday, May 1 at noon. |
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