This mini-course will explore, compare and contrast the Jewish philosophies of Mordecai Kaplan and Abraham Joshua Heschel, two of the most innovative and influential twentieth-century Jewish thinkers. We will explore the following topics: prayer and spirituality, the possibility of halakhic change, the purpose of the State of Israel and the relationship between halakhah and ethics.
Tuition:
ILS 260 ($80) for 4 classes
10% discount price for 2 series of classes,
15% discount price for 3 series of classes or more
*dollar price dependent upon exchange rate on date of payment
Cancellation Policy:
Prior to start of course – 100% refund or 100% credit for another course.
Following one class – 90% refund or 100% credit for another course (except for fieldtrip courses where only a 75% refund will be given after one meeting).
No cancellation after 2 classes (in special cases, e.g. illness, a credit will be given for another course).
The weekly zoom link will be sent via email to all registered students one week before the start of classes.
Details of meeting place for in-person courses will be sent one week before the start of classes.
Mordecai Kaplan and Abraham Joshua Heschel: Dueling Visions for Contemporary Judaism