Weekly Classes Explore Judaism’s Relevance in Modern Life
Statistics show that 47% of all New Year resolutions are self-improvement or education related. In that spirit, Chabad of Lincoln Park is launching a weekly Torah Studies class that will explore Judaism’s relevance in modern life. These classes are educational and the inspiration they provide will surely help for self-improvement
“This course is truly novel in the way it probes the depths of classic Jewish thought to address the issues we face in contemporary Jewish life”, says Rabbi Eliyahu Benhiyoun, the course instructor. “I am looking forward to the great discussions that these texts no doubt will generate. The dialogue among participants is often my favorite part of the class.”
Classes will be held at Chabad of Lincoln Park, beginning January, 8th, 2014, 8:30pm – 9:30pm, and continue for 14 consecutive Wednesday evenings. Like all of Chabad’s services, this latest adult education offering is designed for people at all levels of Jewish knowledge.
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Some of the topics to be addressed are realizing your true potential, human struggle, and the power of a single action. The series will also include holiday themed classes--for Purim and Passover.
“Whether you consider yourself a Reform, Conservative, Orthodox or an unaffiliated Jew this class will bring meaning and insight which will enhance your holidays no matter where you attend services” says Rabbi Eliyahu Benhiyoun. “We are so sure that people will enjoy it that we invite anyone interested to attend the first lesson free, with no obligation.”
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The fee for the entire course is $120, which includes the course textbook. Students are invited to call Chabad at 213.842.3327 to enroll or visit www.JewishLincolnPark.com/study.
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The Jewish Learning Institute (JLI) is the adult education arm of the worldwide Chabad
movement. JLI’s classes and programs are offered at various locations in more than 300 cities nationwide and internationally. Over 150,000 people have attended JLI classes since its founding in 1998. Every course offered by JLI is taught concurrently in all locations, helping to create a truly global learning community.
