Lab of Questioning - Jewish Identities in the 21st Century

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In this course, we will examine the different meanings of Jewish identities in the 21st century. We will delve into different aspects of identity: peoplehood, chosen and non-chosen Jewish Identities. We will also explore the identities which humans and the Jewish tradition have been assigning the Divine and the implications of the fact that we identify ourselves as a monotheistic faith. Finally, we will look at different aspects of Jewish identities in the context of the Jewish and Israeli calendars, our covenants, language and law. This course aims to give our students a better understanding and tools with which they can lead their communities, while highlighting the current challenges and opportunities this undertaking involves.