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Everyone loves a good story. Knowing this, the sages of the Talmud used stories to encode messages about life that are far too deep and profound to communicate directly.
Join us as we decode some of the most extraordinary Talmudic mysteries to uncover layer within layer of insight into the nature of life, the universe, G-d, and humankind.
This course conveniently includes both daytime and evening class options. Daytime sessions feature a catered lunch for all participants. Evening sessions include the option of a catered dinner for those who wish. Food will be available from 7:15 pm and can be enjoyed during the class. Just choose the Course Registration + Dinner option when signing up and join us for a delicious dinner along with great learning!
Two Course Options:
Three Wednesday Afternoons
March 11, 18, 25
12:00 - 1:15 pm
Three Wednesday Evenings
March 11, 18, 25
7:30 - 9:00 pm
Classes take place at:
The Torah Center
5065 High Point Road
Atlanta, GA 30342
Online learning option available via Zoom
Course fee $60 (includes materials)
Dinner option $120 (includes course registration and dinner for all 3 sessions)
Sponsorship opportunities available
Course Overview:
Lesson 1
Whale of a Tale: Life Lessons from Gargantuan Fish, Geese, and Corpses
An island turns out to be the back of a mammoth sea creature, oceanic waves rise miles high, and an encounter with the "dead of the wilderness:" Rabbah bar bar Chanah's strange parables hold the secret to Jewish survival and offer powerful tips on how to rise above life's challenges.
Lesson 2
When G-d Prayed: A Study in the Art of Anthropomorphism
G-d prayed, sinned, and even requested a blessing from a human being. Talmudic anthropomorphisms highlight the importance of vulnerability in relationships and how being vulnerable shapes the character and essence of our relationship with G-d.
Lesson 3
The Vindication of an Idolatrous King: Seeing the Divine within Everything
The lessons of a vinegar-fueled lamp; singing toddlers; and a tale of a king, a sage, and a dream affect how we judge others and help us to find purpose in our nation's exile and within all that transpires in our lives.