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Plunge into the Deep End of the Pool – Understanding the Meanings of the Prayers invites participants to move beyond rote recitation and truly engage with the words we say every time we pray. Together, we’ll explore the language, origins, and theology behind our most familiar prayers, uncovering layers of meaning and history that often go unnoticed in the flow of a service.

No prior knowledge of Hebrew or liturgy is necessary, just curiosity and a willingness to dive in. Whether you’ve been praying these words for decades or are just beginning to explore Jewish prayer, this class offers a welcoming space to ask questions and come away with a richer, more personal connection to prayer.

Classes can be attended in-person at Har Zion Temple. Participants are encouraged to attend the full series.

Please complete the short form below to register.

Explore the weekly Torah portion through thoughtful discussion, traditional commentary, and contemporary insights at the Milton Pomerantz Torah Study. This discussion will be guided by lay leaders and is open to learners of all backgrounds. This engaging class offers an opportunity to deepen your understanding of Jewish text, ask questions, and connect with others in meaningful conversation.

Each session encourages participants to examine the Torah through a variety of perspectives while engaging with timeless questions of ethics, history, spirituality, and Jewish life. Whether you attend regularly or drop in when your schedule allows, you’ll find a welcoming environment where curiosity is encouraged and every voice adds to the conversation.

Class Schedule

Saturdays from 1PM to 2PM

All classes will be held in person at Har Zion Temple. Participants are encouraged to attend the full series.

To sign up, please reach out to David Tabby at dtabby@gmail.com.

The Talmud is one of the most extraordinary works of Jewish tradition, a sprawling, multi-voiced conversation spanning centuries, weaving together law, story, debate, and everyday wisdom. It can seem intimidating from the outside, with its dense language and layered arguments, but at its heart it’s simply a record of rabbis thinking out loud together, working through questions of how to live a meaningful Jewish life.

Join this class to read and discuss selections from the Talmud in a supportive, unhurried setting. We will move at a comfortable pace, taking time to unpack the give-and-take of rabbinic argument, the surprising stories tucked between legal discussions, and the reasoning that connects ancient debates to questions we still wrestle with today. No background in Hebrew or Aramaic is required, texts will be explored in translation, with guidance along the way.

Whether you’re returning to the Talmud after years away or opening it for the very first time, new participants are welcome to join at any time. Come with curiosity, and be ready for a lively conversation.

Classes are held over Zoom only. Participants are encouraged to attend the full series.

Please call Gary (215-290-0405) if you need to pick up new text.

Please complete the short form below to register.