Adult Education
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Fulfilling its mission of being a Bet Midrash, a house of study, Temple Bat Yam encourages lifelong Jewish study through adult education classes. Students explore our rich Jewish culture and heritage, uncovering new appreciation for their Jewish identity and traditions..
Pirkei Avot - Tuesday mornings, 10:30 am -12:00 pm
No background is required. In this weekly discussion, Rabbi Spey will lead a conversation based upon traditional text of our tradition, including Midrash, Mishnah, and Talmud, from an ethical, moral, theological and social perspective.
There is no charge for these classes, but students may need to purchase books, depending on which text(s) are selected for study. Registration not required. the course is open to the community.
Talmud Class - Thursday morning, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Thursday mornings, 10:00-11:30 a.m.
A discussion of Talmudic interpretations of Jewish law. Studying the Talmud from a modern perspective, led by Rabbi Spey.
Monday Evening Adult Education Courses
Introduction to Judaism (Year 1) 6:30 to 7:30 pm
First Trimester: 10/24, 31, 11/7, 14, 28, 12/5, 12/12
Second Trimester: 1/9, 23, 30, 2/6 13, 27, 3/13, 20, 27
Third Trimester: 4/3, 17, 24, 5/1, 8, 15, 22, 6/5
No background is required. In this discussion-based course, Rabbi Spey leads an exploration of the basics of Jewish history, literature, belief, and practice. It may be of particular interest to anyone wishing to enrich their understanding of Judaism from an adult perspective, those considering joining the Jewish people through the process of conversion, and couples, including those in interfaith relationships, desiring to deepen their understanding and enhance the Jewish components of their family life.
Introduction to Reading Hebrew (Year 1) 7:30 to 8:30
First Trimester: 10/24, 31, 11/7, 14, 28, 12/5, 12/12
Second Trimester: 1/9, 23, 30, 2/6 13, 27, 3/13, 20, 27
Third Trimester: 4/3, 17, 24, 5/1, 8, 15, 22, 6/5
No background is required. You will begin to learn the alef-bet and some basic Hebrew vocabulary words during the first trimester. Each succeeding trimester, you will learn more Hebrew and become a more fluent reader. By the time you complete the third trimester, you will be reading basic prayers from the prayerbook with some understanding.
Call the Temple office at 954-928-0410 for more information and to register.
Adult B'nai Mitzvah
Adults who never experienced the time-honored rite of passage as a Bar/Bat Mitzvah are invited to join the Adult B’nai Mitzvah program. Participation is limited to Temple members.
Year Two's Curriculum will help prepare those individuals who wish to work toward becoming an adult Brit Mitzvah or Confirmand.
Shabbat Worship and Torah Study
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Special programs throughout the year provide opportunities to explore books, Jewish music and culture. Please check the TBY calendar for all program listings.
