Classes run for eight consecutive weeks beginning June 29 and concluding the week of August 17. Questions? Contact Jesse.
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Hebrew Language Students!
Please take a moment to complete this brief survey about language classes and your preferences for next semester! https://bit.ly/LehrhausHebrewSurvey
Mishnah Brachot - How Do We Pray with Rabbi Atara Cohen will be offering a make-up class for the class that was missed during the power outage on Wednesday, August 26 (same Zoom info as usual).
HEBREW CLASSES
All Hebrew Classes Taught by Miya Rotstein, CBST Educator. Hebrew Language proficiency questions? Email Miya.
Hebrew "Alef" - Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9 am
Beginners: For those who never studied Hebrew or need a "refresher." Learn to read Hebrew and basic prayerbook vocabulary. This class will use the book “Aleph Isn't Tough: An Introduction to Hebrew for Adults, Book 1” which you can order here. Resources will be provided to those waiting on their copy to arrive, or for those experiencing financial hardship.
Add this class to your calendar, so you get a reminder (with the Zoom info)!
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82241786310
Meeting ID: 822 4178 6310
Call-in: +1 646 876 9923 (New York)
Hebrew "Bet" - Mondays & Wednesdays, 11 am
Advanced Beginners: For those who can read letters and vowels and are able to complete the Hebrew Bet Class Self-Assessment. Increase your vocabulary and grammar through prayerbook and biblical texts. This class will use the book “Aleph Isn't Enough: Hebrew for Adults Book 2” which you can order here. Resources will be provided to those waiting on their copy to arrive, or for those experiencing financial hardship.
Add this class to your calendar, so you get a reminder (with the Zoom info)!
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87002506984
Meeting ID: 870 0250 6984
Call-in: +1 646 876 9923 (New York)
Hebrew "Gimmel" - Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6 pm
Intermediate: For those who can sight-read Hebrew words and recognize basic prayerbook root words and are able to complete the Hebrew Gimmel Class Self-Assessment. Increase your vocabulary and exposure to grammar, poetry, and liturgical texts.
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Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84729272017
Meeting ID: 847 2927 2017
Call-in: +1 646 876 9923 (New York)
WEEKLY RABBINIC TEXT CLASSES
The following classes are open to those of any skill level or background. Texts will be provided in original Hebrew and translation. Both classes taught by Rabbi Atara Cohen, Cooperberg-Rittmaster Pastoral & Educational Intern. Texts will be provided in original Hebrew/Aramaic as well as in translation.
Stories of the Rabbis - Mondays, 6 pm
Discuss the art of rabbinic story-telling, make Talmud more approachable, and delve into deep questions.
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Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87016360518
Meeting ID: 870 1636 0518
Call-in: +1 646 876 9923 (New York)
Mishnah Brachot - How Do We Pray - Wednesdays, 6 pm
This exciting rabbinic text lays the groundwork for our prayers today.
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Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85178449528
Meeting ID: 851 7844 9528
Call-in: +1 646 876 9923 (New York)
ONGOING DAILY STUDY
Drop-ins Welcome. No Registration Needed.
Psalm Study - Mon-Thurs, 9:45 - 10:45 am
Join CBST's Senior Rabbi, Sharon Kleinbaum, for an in-depth study of the Book of Psalms. Starting on Monday, August 24th, we will take an in-depth look at Psalm 27, the Psalm for the Season of Repentance, which is recited daily from the beginning of the month of Elul through Hoshanah Rabbah. We will read the Psalm in Hebrew and various English translations, and then class participants are invited to share their own interpretations through writing, song and the visual arts. Once we have studied Psalm 27, we will return to the psalm-by-psalm study begun in March, at Psalm 11. No previous knowledge of psalms is necessary; some familiarity with Hebrew is useful but not necessary. If you are intending to attend this class regularly, please email Jkatz@cbst.org to be placed on the class email list, and join the class Facebook page. No registration is required, but a contribution at your discretion to Adult Education at CBST is appreciated. Click here to make a contribution towards Psalms Study.
Add this class to your calendar, so you get a reminder (with the Zoom info)!
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/513468144
Meeting ID: 513 468 144
Call-in: +1 646 876 9923 (New York)
Pirkei Avot Study with Rabbi Moskowitz - Mon-Thurs, 4-4:45 pm ON BREAK UNTIL AFTER THE HIGH HOLY DAYS
Rabbi Moskowitz continues the study of Pirkei Avot, the foundational text of Jewish ethical teaching. This class begins with Chapter 2, where Rabbi Moskowitz's class between Pesach and Shavuot left off. The earlier class is not a prerequisite for this one. Some knowledge of Hebrew is helpful, but not necessary; no registration is required. All are welcome! Texts will be provided in original Hebrew/Aramaic as well as in translation.
Participating via Zoom: Most of our programming is conducted online via Zoom, so please be sure to read up on our Zoom Instructions & Etiquette for Participants. MUTE your computer microphone, phone or other device until you are invited to speak. Zoom is a free technology for calling and videoconferencing. You do not need a personal Zoom account to use it. Zoom has step-by-step instructions here. This is also a good guide to using Zoom.
Check our calendar for ongoing programming!
Check back here for class recordings. Please be advised, recordings may not be immediately available. In some cases, please allow up to 12 hrs for class recordings to be posted. Each recording will only be posted for a 2 week duration. Thank you!
Hebrew "Alef" - 7/28, 7/30, 8/4, 8/6, 8/11, 8/13, 8/18, 8/20
Hebrew "Bet" - 7/27, 7/29, 8/3, 8/5, 8/10, 8/12, 8/17, 8/19
Hebrew "Gimmel" – 7/28, 7/30, 8/4, 8/6, 8/11, 8/13, 8/18, 8/20
Stories of the Rabbis – 7/27, 8/3, 8/10, 8/17
Mishnah Brachot - How Do We Pray - 7/22, 7/29, 8/5 [Cancelled due to instructor power outage], 8/12, 8/19, 8/26
Psalms Study - click here
Pirkei Avot Study - click here