Orange 14
Why do American Jews remain politically liberal? What is the future of Jewish conservative political activism and new political trends within the Jewish community? Professor Windmueller will provide both a historical and contemporary analysis of Jewish political practice in the States.
Orange 11
As increased racist and antisemitic violence and rhetoric flood our communities around the world, what is the connection between the white supremacy “out there” and the impact of white majority culture on Jewish life, community and identity?
Yellow 22
A discussion facilitated by two members of the Second Generation of Holocaust Survivors, both with wide experience of working in groups with members of the Second and Third generation. There is no agenda other than to allow some exploration of what our heritage means to us.
Green 25
Did you start your career at such a young age that you didn't even realise you were starting a career? Fast forward 5-10 years, are you curious about what else is out there but anxious about explaining what a "pe'ula" is and what we did at "shnat"? Your skills are real, transferable and in demand. Come and learn how to communicate them.
Red 5
Over three sessions, we'll explore three issues of existential importance to Israel in the 21st Century. I'll frame the question, you bring the answers! Finally, we'll confront Israeli society's greatest internal challenge, social cohesion. On some measures, Israel is becoming ever more divided. On others, things are looking up. Who is right?
Red 3
Come play this Jewish version of the classic game articulate. Beat the other teams in the descriptive game of food, Jewish places, people and Judaica.
Blue 32
Want to know more about volunteering for Limmud? Join some Limmud volunteers, including the chair and members of the board of trustees, at the Millers bar for a drink and a chat and see what you can do to help keep Limmud growing and developing.
Red 2
In this lecture, we will discuss legal rulings in Maimonides' writings in which we find the influence of the Islamic legal tradition of his time - both in the domain of private law and of rules regarding the legal status of Jewish women. In addition, we will pay attention to his polemics against Islamic practices in his legal and philosophical writings.
Yellow 21
A discussion of practical first aid presented together by Francis Treuherz who is a homeopath and Zeb who has been a paramedic at Limmud for many years. Opportunity for questions.
Blue 33
This session will explore some of Reb Zalman's spiritual teachings, including: Paradigm Shift Judaism; Post-Triumphalist Judaism and Deep Ecumenism. 2nd session of 2.
Orange 10
Among the most powerful self-critiques in rabbinic literature is a midrash identifying mamzerim as “oppressed by the power of Torah”. Later works extend the critique to agunot. How have halachists responded to this critique when addressing these issues? What lessons can we learn about the effectiveness of moral critique within the halachic system?
Blue 34
In this session, Vital will share her personal experience as a social leader and activist at school, in the army, in sports, fighting for accessibility and for inclusion of people with disabilities, raising awareness for social causes, fighting stigmas and prejudices, and empowering people to do the same.
Orange 12
We are taught that the 'Binding' of Isaac was one of Abraham's 10 tests. Abraham supposedly passed the test and Isaac wasn't hurt (or was he?). But what happened next? Where is Sara? Did you know that the Devil is also involved? Does this story in the Torah make you feel a little uncomfortable?
Margaret Jacobi Harry Jacobi Richard Jacobi
Red 1
70 years ago, British India was partitioned, 15 million people displaced and 1–2 million killed. Our grandfather, a railway engineer in what became Pakistan, his wife and their eight children, including our mother, were caught up in the traumatic events. We will trace the story of our family through those events, piecing together their memories.
Hilton Lobby
An immersive, pop up session where individuals can sit for a few minutes to experience the Tent of Secrets. Give a secret, take a secret, remain anonymous. Write it, put it in an envelope & leave it behind. Share someone's burden & know that you are not alone. Sit, learn about the catharsis of sharing secrets then let your own secret go.
Orange 13
Mostly, IDF soldiers are busy with military tasks and missions. In their spare time they have a new hobby: obtaining likes, shares and even protesting on social media against their own army. In this session, Mor will review viral posts and discuss why soldiers are taking to social media, if this new hobby serves the IDF and how it is viewed by Israelis
Deborah Kahn-Harris Luz Toff Daniel Fingeroth Susan Reuben Eli Gaventa Gabriel Wolff Raymond Simonson Keith Kahn-Harris
Orange 15
It’s a familiar cliche - a newspaper story about Jews, illustrated with a picture of Haredi men. What alternatives are there to the stock photo of men with black beards and black hats? In this session, panellists choose the pictures of Jews they’d like to see in the media.
Red 7
A safe space for all people who identify as women, to share thoughts on those times or experiences about which we tend to keep quiet, assuming we alone had this experience. "Has anyone else ever...?"
Red 4
Come and find out about new initiatives at Jewish Care and the challenges that face us in the modern world of volunteering.
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