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Join in a special day of study with four scholars who illustrate how traditional and academic study methodology can enhance our ability to derive meaning from the Bible.

Where the Yeshiva Meets the University

Date: Sunday, February 5
Time: 9:30 am - 1:00 pm
Prices: This event is free
Contact: 212-873-0300 x225 or Miriam.leichtling@shearithisrael.org

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Congregation Shearith Israel and The Institute of Jewish Ideas and Ideals present:

Join in a special day of study with four scholars who illustrate how traditional and academic study methodology can enhance our ability to derive meaning from the Bible.

9:30 am - 9:40 am: Opening Remarks: The encounter of tradition and academy in Bible Study
Rabbi Hayyim Angel: Rabbi at Congregation Shearith Israel and Bible Faculty at Yeshiva University

9:45 am - 10:30 am: The Eighth Day and the Mishkan: Peshat Parshanut and Scholarship

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Rabbi Marc D. Angel has come out with a new book, published by Skylight Illuminations, a division of Jewish Lights Publishers. Entitled: "Maimonides: Essential Teachings on Jewish Faith and Ethics," the book includes an introduction to Maimonides' religious philosophy; an English translation of most of Maimonides' Book of Knowledge and his 13 Principles of Faith; and a running commentary by Rabbi Angel. This book allows the reader not only to learn about Maimonides, but to study his essential teachings in his own words (translated into English).

The book is available through the online store at jewishideas.org Bulk rates are available by contacting info@jewishlights.org The book is valuable not only for personal study, but for group discussions and adult education classes.

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THE INSTITUTE FOR JEWISH IDEAS AND IDEALS NEEDS YOU!

Thank you for your support and encouragement. You have helped the Institute in its work to foster an intellectually vibrant, compassionate and inclusive Orthodox Judaism.
PLEASE KEEP THE INSTITUTE IN MIND WHEN YOU MAKE YOUR END-OF-YEAR CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTIONS.

***We have an active and informative website, jewishideas.org, reaching many thousands of readers throughout the world

***We have published 11 issues of our journal, Conversations, creating a tremendous amount of intellectual excitement throughout the community. Issue 12 is due out in January.

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Dr. Zvi Zohar, noted scholar and author on contemporary halakhic issues, will be giving a lecture for the Institute for Jewish Ideas and Ideals:

     Topic:   What All Jews Can Learn From Great Sephardic Rabbis of Recent Centuries

      Date: Sunday morning, December 4, 2011

      Time: 8:45 to 9:45 am

      Place: Congregation Shearith Israel, 8 West 70th Street, NYC

     RSVP: While there is no charge to attend this program, reservations are required. RSVP to mdangel@jewishideas.org, indicating the name/s of those who plan to attend. Reservations must be received by December 1.

Yeshivat Chovevei Torah is pleased to announce the publication of the Tishrei 5772 edition of Meorot--A Forum of Modern Orthodox Discourse. The Table of Contents of the edition is below.  Most of the articles are devoted to examining different aspects of the covenant between God and the Jewish People, with its halakhic, moral, ritual and theological implications. 

 

You can find the new Meorot at : 

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Each contribution to the Institute is a vote for an intellectually vibrant, compassionate and inclusive Orthodox Judaism. The Institute has launched a new, ambitious campaign so that we may maintain our present projects and undertake important new programs in the future. We invite your generous participation in promoting a dynamic, creative and activist Orthodoxy.

Thank you for being part of the growing community of members and supporters of the Institute for Jewish Ideas and Ideals. The Institute fosters an intellectually vibrant, compassionate and inclusive Orthodox Judaism. With your help, we’ve reached many thousands of people worldwide through our publications and programs.

***Our website, jewishideas.org, has been receiving over 8000 visits per month—and growing. Hundreds of viewers visit our youtube channel  youtube.com/jewishideasorg

***Our journal, Conversations, is read by thousands of readers worldwide, and has become a vital intellectual forum for a wide range of articles by a wide range of talented authors

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The Institute for Jewish Ideas and Ideals is co-sponsoring a conference in Jerusalem during Hol haMoed Pessah, April 21, from 8 am to 1:30 pm.  Read on for more information and an event flier.

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The Institute for Jewish Ideas and Ideals invites you to a brunch/program, Jewish Arts and Creativity, Sunday February 13, 2011, 9:45 am to Noon, at Congregation Shearith Israel, 8 West 70th Street, NYC. Advance Reservations Required by February 10: info@jewishideas.org; 212 724 4145. Please make a contribution of your choice at the door. Read on to find out about the excellent program we have for you.

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THE INSTITUTE FOR JEWISH IDEAS AND IDEALS IS CELEBRATING ITS 3rd ANNIVERSARY!  Thank you for your support and encouragement. You have helped make these three years quite eventful, as the Institute strives to foster an intellectually vibrant, compassionate and inclusive Orthodox Judaism.

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 DR. ZVI ZOHAR, of Bar Ilan University and the Shalom Hartman Center in Jerusalem, will be speaking on Sunday morning, November 14, from 8:40 to 9:45 am, at an Institute program to be held at Congregation Shearith Israel, 2 West 70th Street, New York City. Morning services begin at 8 am, and will be followed by the lecture. Bagels and coffee are served.

Dr. Zohar has written and lectured extensively about conversion to Judaism, the current crisis in conversions in Israel and the diaspora, and the serious rifts within the Orthodox community on this issue.  He will be discussing the current situation, and will be reflecting generally on the role of halakha/rabbinic authority in the democratic State of Israel.

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