Join Rabbi Rubenstein on 3 Sunday mornings this summer to delve into Devora Steinmetz’s book _Why Rain Comes From Above_. The book is described as an invitation into “the imaginative space created by deep engagement with biblical and rabbinic texts which open us to new ways of thinking and new worlds of meaning.” We’ll explore […]
Join us for an _Introduction to Judaism_ class with Rabbi Silverman from the Isaac Agree Downtown Synagogue. This course provides an overview of Jewish beliefs, traditions, and practices. Whether you are new to Judaism or looking to deepen your understanding, this class offers a welcoming environment to explore the rich heritage and significance of the […]
Join us for an _Introduction to Judaism_ class with Rabbi Silverman from the Isaac Agree Downtown Synagogue. This course provides an overview of Jewish beliefs, traditions, and practices. Whether you are new to Judaism or looking to deepen your understanding, this class offers a welcoming environment to explore the rich heritage and significance of the […]
**The Origins of the Palestinians: How the Hebrew Bible, the Rabbis, and Today’s Israelis Understand the “Other” People Living in the Land of Israel.** The Jews have never dwelled alone in the Promised Land. Who are the other nations that have been the neighbors of the Jewish people: Enemies or friends? Foreigners or family? Through […]
**From Chaos To Cosmos: Rabbinic Wisdom On Creation** **Class Dates : July 8, 15, 22 29** **Mondays** **10 am – 11:30 am** The Torah’s beautiful, mythical story of the creation of the world can teach us so much even as we embrace scientific understanding of the universe. What can we learn from the Midrashim (textual […]
**From Chaos To Cosmos: Rabbinic Wisdom On Creation** **Class Dates : July 8, 15, 22 29** **Mondays** **10 am – 11:15 am** The Torah’s beautiful, mythical story of the creation of the world can teach us so much even as we embrace scientific understanding of the universe. What can we learn from the Midrashim (textual […]
Join us for an _Introduction to Judaism_ class with Rabbi Silverman from the Isaac Agree Downtown Synagogue. This course provides an overview of Jewish beliefs, traditions, and practices. Whether you are new to Judaism or looking to deepen your understanding, this class offers a welcoming environment to explore the rich heritage and significance of the […]
Join us for an _Introduction to Judaism_ class with Rabbi Silverman from the Isaac Agree Downtown Synagogue. This course provides an overview of Jewish beliefs, traditions, and practices. Whether you are new to Judaism or looking to deepen your understanding, this class offers a welcoming environment to explore the rich heritage and significance of the […]
**ALL BOOKS @THE J – SUMMER** **Class Dates – Monthly : July 10; August 21; September 18** **Wednesday’s** **11 am – 12:15 am** Read and discuss popular fiction with Jewish content or by contemporary Jewish authors. This series of books features three award winning male novelists tackling stories from an Israeli terrorist hunter turned art […]
Discover the profound connection between Jewish women and ritual observance with our enlightening program. Dive deep into rich traditions and practices that have empowered women throughout generations, exploring both traditional and progressive interpretations. Gain a comprehensive understanding of the unique role women play in maintaining and enriching Jewish rituals. Join a community of like-minded women […]
***Please Note: This program is currently at capacity, please join our waitlist via the registration link.** Join Temple Israel and Temple Israel Brotherhood at the Detroit Historical Museum for an incredible exhibit presented by Jewish Historical Society of Michigan, “Everyday Life on Hastings Street.” Take a walk back in history to 1880-1930, when Hastings St. […]
**From Chaos To Cosmos: Rabbinic Wisdom On Creation** The Torah’s beautiful, mythical story of the creation of the world can teach us so much even as we embrace scientific understanding of the universe. What can we learn from the Midrashim (textual commentaries) our Rabbis derived from the text of Genesis? How is creation represented in […]
Join us for an _Introduction to Judaism_ class with Rabbi Silverman from the Isaac Agree Downtown Synagogue. This course provides an overview of Jewish beliefs, traditions, and practices. Whether you are new to Judaism or looking to deepen your understanding, this class offers a welcoming environment to explore the rich heritage and significance of the […]
Join us for an _Introduction to Judaism_ class with Rabbi Silverman from the Isaac Agree Downtown Synagogue. This course provides an overview of Jewish beliefs, traditions, and practices. Whether you are new to Judaism or looking to deepen your understanding, this class offers a welcoming environment to explore the rich heritage and significance of the […]
Join Rabbi Paul Yedwab for this unique adult Shabbat experience and learn how developing a personal theology can lead to a healthier, happier and more successful life. To accommodate all our members, this program is being offered in two locations. Please indicate which date you’ll be attending during registration. Registration is requested one week prior. […]
**From Chaos To Cosmos: Rabbinic Wisdom On Creation** The Torah’s beautiful, mythical story of the creation of the world can teach us so much even as we embrace scientific understanding of the universe. What can we learn from the Midrashim (textual commentaries) our Rabbis derived from the text of Genesis? How is creation represented in […]
Join us for an _Introduction to Judaism_ class with Rabbi Silverman from the Isaac Agree Downtown Synagogue. This course provides an overview of Jewish beliefs, traditions, and practices. Whether you are new to Judaism or looking to deepen your understanding, this class offers a welcoming environment to explore the rich heritage and significance of the […]
Join us for an _Introduction to Judaism_ class with Rabbi Silverman from the Isaac Agree Downtown Synagogue. This course provides an overview of Jewish beliefs, traditions, and practices. Whether you are new to Judaism or looking to deepen your understanding, this class offers a welcoming environment to explore the rich heritage and significance of the […]
Join Rabbi Rubenstein on 3 Sunday mornings this summer to delve into Devora Steinmetz’s book _Why Rain Comes From Above_. The book is described as an invitation into “the imaginative space created by deep engagement with biblical and rabbinic texts which open us to new ways of thinking and new worlds of meaning.” We’ll explore […]
**From Chaos To Cosmos: Rabbinic Wisdom On Creation** The Torah’s beautiful, mythical story of the creation of the world can teach us so much even as we embrace scientific understanding of the universe. What can we learn from the Midrashim (textual commentaries) our Rabbis derived from the text of Genesis? How is creation represented in […]
The Jewish Bar Association of Michigan (JBAM) teams up with Partners Detroit. Join us for our first installment of **_Law & Torah_**. Pitch your perfect referral to other attorneys and learn about giving preferential treatment to Jewish owned businesses. Bring your business cards and be prepared to ask the group for your perfect client. Rabbi […]
Join us for an _Introduction to Judaism_ class with Rabbi Silverman from the Isaac Agree Downtown Synagogue. This course provides an overview of Jewish beliefs, traditions, and practices. Whether you are new to Judaism or looking to deepen your understanding, this class offers a welcoming environment to explore the rich heritage and significance of the […]
Join us for an _Introduction to Judaism_ class with Rabbi Silverman from the Isaac Agree Downtown Synagogue. This course provides an overview of Jewish beliefs, traditions, and practices. Whether you are new to Judaism or looking to deepen your understanding, this class offers a welcoming environment to explore the rich heritage and significance of the […]
The western belief in the soul leads to profound decisions on the nature of life and implications for sustaining life. This belief also leads us to ask: Does the existence of the soul differentiate humans from the animal kingdom, requiring perhaps better treatment for humans than animals? Does the existence of the soul differentiate humans […]