Join Rabbi Greenberg for a penetrating and inspiring exploration of the weekly torah portion. at Jewish Federation Apartments - 275 Essjay Rd (in conference room). as well as on Zoom
6 Mondays - 7:00 - 8:30 pm Feb 3th, 10th, 17th, 24th, March 3rd, 10th Instructor: Rabbi Laizer Labkovski Hot dinner served Center for Jewish Life Inside the Story, Substance, and Significance of the Book That Defines Judaism Enter the intricate world of the Talmud: the monumental classic that has defined Jewish learning for centuries. Join this six-week course from the Rohr Jewish Learning Institute to discover the Talmud, its history, authors, and significance and experience it for yourself. You'll learn the key terms, logical principles, and historical context required to decode every part of the Talmudic page. Plus, see how it became central to Jewish life and why it inspires fascination, debate, and study today. Lesson One - The Jewish People and the Talmud Why Jewish life orbits a book of law. Jewish law's ultimate record is the Talmud, but what is Jewish law? Explore its nature, scope, and roots in the written Torah and Oral Law and see learning's central role in Jewish practice and culture. Lesson Two - The Mishnah The origins, authors, and contents of Judaism's first legal code. See how Jewish law shifted from oral tradition to written code and encounter the Mishnah's precise style, […]
Where it’s fun to be Jewish Dinner will be served at 5:00 PM For more information call Brocha Leah Greenberg at 716.908.0133 www.jewishdiscovery.org
Learn to read Hebrew! Ensure that YOU can connect with the language of the Torah, our people - and our heritage. at the Jewish Discovery Center 831 Maple Rd. Register HERE
Executive Committee Meetings will be held from 12pm – 1:30pm (Location TBD) February 5 April 23 July 16 October 22
Enjoy a delicious lunch while listening to an engaging discussion of Jewish ethics from practical as well as spiritual perspectives.
This basic introductory Hebrew reading course is for Beginners interested in learning the Hebrew alphabet, grammar, and vocabulary with a focus on reading prayers for Shabbat, Synagogue Services, and traditional blessings. This is an introductory course. 2nd Semester: classes run 1/22 – 4/9 Wednesdays | 6-7 pm Cost: $215 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
This intermediate level Hebrew course is to further develop skills for those who already know the Hebrew alphabet and can read several words and phrases. The focus of this course is on Hebrew prayer. 2nd Semester: classes run 1/22 – 4/9 Wednesdays | 6-7 pm Cost: $215 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
In collaboration with the Buffalo Board of Rabbis and Cantors, this exceptional course is designed for: couples of multiple faiths considering marriage, individuals interested in conversion, or individuals (Jewish and non-Jewish) interested in learning more about Jewish religion and history. This course will explore the Jewish calendar and life cycles, worship and beliefs, the Bible, Rabbinic literature, Antisemitism, the Holocaust, Zionism and the State of Israel. Date/Time/Location: Wednesdays 6:30-8:30, JCC Benderson (Zoom for inclement weather) Dates: February 5, 12, 19, 26, March 5, 12, 19, 26, April 2, 9, 23, 30 (Yom HaZikaron - will attend community commemoration as a class) & May 7
