December 19, 2024 | 18 Kislev 5785
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Reimagining Jewish learning and leadership for an interconnected world.
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Parashat Vayeshev | Candlelighting 3:56 PM EST
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WINTER ART EXHIBIT OPENING
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Reuven Rubin: The Story of David
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On Tuesday, January 28, Hebrew College’s Winter Art Exhibit will open on our shared campus in Newton. “Reuven Rubin: The Story of David, A Visual Interpretation” features a set of lithographs by renowned Israeli artist Reuven Rubin that tells the story of the biblical King David. Rubin, whose house in Tel Aviv has been preserved as a museum for his work, was active in the years before and after the establishment of the State of Israel, and is considered a founding figure of the Israeli fine art scene. The King David work on exhibit was produced in the 1970s, and features scenes and moments from across David’s journey from shepherd to king. The exhibit opening will feature remarks from Mike Gildesgame, who donated the work and whose family has a long legacy supporting Israeli art.
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Join us for the exhibit opening at Hebrew College on January 28 from 5-7 pm.
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Understanding Israel: The Power of Jewish-Christian Conversation
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In our final episode of the fall season, discover how Hebrew College's Rabbi Or Rose and his colleague, Reverend Rob Schenck, are modeling the kind of courageous conversations we need to build bridges of understanding across faiths. Learn about the importance of confronting difficult issues head-on, the demographic shifts happening within religious communities, and the urgent need for honest and informed dialogue. Rabbi Rose and Rev. Schenck will be co-teaching a three-session Tamid adult learning course on this topic beginning Jan. 16.
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FREE TAMID ADULT LEARNING GROW PROGRAM
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Colliding Dreams: The Story of Israel and Modern Zionism as Seen Through the Eyes of the Inhabitants of Israel
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On Wednesday, January 8, explore the evolution of modern Zionism from a concept to a reality with Jan Darsa, former Director of Jewish Education at Facing History and Ourselves. Examine the impact modern Zionism and the Jewish national rebirth in its historical homeland has had on the people of the state of Israel. Drawing on the celebrated documentary film Colliding Dreams, she will address the internal battles as well as the continuing conflict between Jews and Palestinians and Jews and Jews, attentive to the wide range of viewpoints.
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Watch for more winter and spring GROW programs coming soon!
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Success on Our Way; an Alternative to the Prosperity Gospel
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By Rav Hazzan Ken Richmond ‘21, Co-Senior Rabbi, Temple Israel of Natick, MA
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Joseph, whose story begins in this week’s Torah portion, may be the only character in the Torah referred to as successful. In next week’s portion, he will become the second most powerful person in Egypt, but it is in this week’s portion that he is referred to as successful three times (Genesis 32:2, 32:3, and 32:23), all during his downward trajectory, as he is sold into slavery, falsely accused, and thrown into jail. As our hero, the slave and prisoner, is repeatedly called successful, our first reaction may be to quote Inigo Montoya from the Princess Bride: “I do not think that word means what you think it means!” But this seems to be the point.
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TEEN BEIT MIDRASH HANUKKAH PARTY & LEARNING
Hebrew College Teen Beit Midrash (TBM) students gathered in the home of two of our students for an early Hanukkah celebration. Students and parents studied the debate between Hillel and Shammai (Talmud tractate Shabbat 21b) about how to light a hanukkiah. Shammai says that you start with eight and go down to one and Hillel says the opposite—but neither sage gives a reason. We speculated on what the reason could be. In a world where answers tend towards black or white, TBM teaches students to consider many different reasons and possibilities.
Catch up on more Hebrew College news and stories, including articles about faculty, students, and alumni who have been recognized for their work and scholarship here.
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Support Hebrew College while celebrating a loved one, milestone, or simcha. Sponsorships personalize the meaning of your contribution. Help us reach our calendar year fundraising goal by supporting one of the initiatives below (or by making a general gift of any amount) by December 31. Your gift will make a difference throughout the year!
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- Community education courses: Celebrate or honor a loved one by sponsoring a Tamid Adult Learning class in their name.
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Host an evening of learning in your home: Host an informal evening of learning and conversation in your home with friends and one of our esteemed Hebrew College faculty members.
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Soul Sounds Music Performance or Series: Mark a meaningful milestone by supporting Hebrew College’s offerings of music to nourish the soul.
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Art Exhibit Opening Reception(s): Sponsor a reception to celebrate the Jewish art that enlivens our community each semester.
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Scholarship Awards: Each year, donors sponsor anonymous or named scholarships to support our rabbinical and Jewish education students through their years of study. The ripples of this gift are beyond measure, enabling the next generation of Jewish leaders to prepare for a lifetime of sacred service.
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Contact Rosa Franck, Director of Development, at rfranck@hebrewcollege.edu or 617.559.8736 to discuss any of these opportunities or make a gift through our secure online form. If you have already given, thank you!
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TAMID ADULT LEARNING FREE GROW SESSION
Colliding Dreams: The Story of Israel and Modern Zionism as Seen Through the Eyes of the Inhabitants of Israel with Jan Darsa
Wednesday, January 8, 2024 | 12-1 PM EST/9-10 AM PST | Zoom
The Story of Israel and Modern Zionism as Seen Through the Eyes of the Inhabitants of Israel
Learn more & register
ART EXHIBIT OPENING
"Reuven Rubin: The Story of David, A Visual Interpretation”
Tuesday, January 28, 2024 | 5-7 PM | Hebrew College
Join us for the opening, featuring lithographs by renowned Israeli artist Reuven Rubin that tell the story of the biblical King David.
Learn more
SAVE THE DATES
Soul Sounds Music Series
6:30 PM wine & cheese receptions | 7 PM concerts | Hebrew College
This spring, Hebrew College hosts three of the most dynamic Boston-based ensembles to explore Jewish ritual and prayer in three collaborative concerts.
Feb. 6: Neta Weiner and Stav Marin | Learn more & purchase tickets
March 27: Jacon's Ladder | Learn more & purchase tickets
May 14: Ezekiel’s Wheels | Learn more & purchase tickets
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