Blue 34
Explore how Nobel laureate S.Y. Agnon's writing has been depicted in Israeli film and television from Shtisl to Ushpizin to Footnote to The Spy and more in order to understand how contemporary Israeli culture has been shaped by Hebrew literature's greatest writer. A lecture with film clips.
SAKS - Agnon at the movies - Sun 1320.pdf
Orange 10
How can novel technologies assist in our genealogical journey? We will investigate several examples of how machine learning can be applied to ancestry search, including DNA analytics. Furthermore, we will zoom into mechanics of AI methods for genealogy.
Orange 11
If you could enhance your personality in one way, what would it be? This talk reviews Jewish concepts of growth and self-improvement (i.e. tikkun midot), while introducing an evidence-based, psychological technique for experimenting with personal change. If you’re looking for character improvement, this technique might help you find it.
Yellow 22
I'll briefly present the streams of Judaism in Israel. After that, I will tell my own story of how I became a secular humanistic rabbi and about the decision to establish a liberal humanistic community in Haifa, Israel.
Red 5
Introduction to TOM - a movement of thousands of "Makers" (Designer, Developers, Engineers, Doctors, etc.) who volunteer their time to help building solutions for neglected needs of people with disabilities around the world. Our goal is to help 250 million people within a decade.
Blue 33
We live in an attention economy, in which the presentation of deliberately provocative views and the hidden manipulation of data brings short term democratic gain. How can we use Jewish wisdom to identify abuse of our data and to understand when internet platforms present a threat to global democracy?
Red 4
What you can do as an individual is a drop in the bucket, but as a community you can fill the bucket. Learn from the experience of over 50 synagogues, schools, senior centres, and other organisations, what you can do about climate change. Put your Jewish values into action and be part of the solution to the climate crisis.
Blue 32
Warning: this session description does not contain satire. What makes something funny? This will be a workshop on how to write satire. There will be a short talk followed by a discussion and then everyone will write some satire with the option of reading it aloud at the end of the session.
Julia Wagner Mekella Broomberg _ UK Jewish Film
Orange 13
Jewish Britain on Film chronicles extraordinary -and some wonderfully ordinary- scenes of 20th Century Jewish life, unearthed by film archives across the nation. In this illustrated session, the team behind the JW3 project (which will tour the UK in 2020) discuss the collection and the history of British Jewish life on screen.
Green 26
Tough week? Long journey? Busy mind? Join Rachel in the Hearth to make a mindful transition from being out in the world to being present at Limmud 2019. Take time to land, as we set intentions on what to release and what to invoke - for ourselves, for Limmud, and for The Hearth itself - Limmud's space for spirituality, contemplation and connection.
Yellow 23
Rami Sherman shares his thoughts and experiences on the subject of the Entebbe hostage rescue operation, in which he took part personally as the operations officer of the unit. He will tell the exciting story of the hijacking and Israel's response to it, as well as why it is important for Jews today to discuss this event and learn about mutual responsibility. Please note, this is a double-length session.
Red 3
We are often told about Asia's rise economically, politically and demographically, but what does this mean for the Jewish people? By charting Jewish history in Asia and looking at Asia's post-War rise, this session will explore the topic. It will look at some significant Jewish figures in Asia, and make a case for us to focus on this key continent.
Red 6
A new choir for Limmud! If you love singing a cappella settings by the likes of Tallis, Bach, Brahms and Howells, and if you've great sight-singing skills, then Sacrae is for you. Over two sessions, we'll sing a selection of glorious (and Jesus-free) choral works. For more info and music, go to https://bit.ly/2Daq4T5.
Red 9 (Boulevard)
Seven berachot (blessings) form the center of the chuppah (wedding ceremony). They are sung, mostly by the chazan or the rabbi, in part with those attending. None of the berechot speak directly about the couple getting wed. However, the text, full of meaning, presents them in the light of the story of mankind, symbol of our deepest hopes. Let’s read.
_ Limmud Social Programming Team
Hilton Lobby
Need a little help navigating? Want to learn the best route from the dining room? Learn your way around the site with a friendly member of the Limmud team.
Green 25
Mid-career? Mid-life? Mid-frustration?! Stuck in a job you don't love? We spend a third of our lives working; Reb Nachman taught that joy is vital and Reb Susya that we all have unique potential. Come and take the first steps towards finding the work you were born to do, with the support of an experienced and innovative life and careers coach.
Orange 12
We'll discuss all the actions that President Trump has taken that have strengthened the US-Israel Alliance as well as the actions he has taken against antisemitism in the US. Unlike other politicians, President Trump has not only kept all his campaign pledges, he has gone beyond them. So why is he not more popular with American Jews?
Red 2
In this session, Ittay will share his reflections about the complex identities of Jewish, Muslim and Christian residents of Jerusalem through his experience as the Education Director at Kids4peace. In the workshop, there will be opportunities to experience parts of programs run for the youth.
Palestinian and Israeli Declarations of Independence.pdf
Green 27
‘Transparent' is an American comedy-drama that follows the LA-based Pfefferman family, as their family patriarch transitions. Watch clips from the series and discuss themes of gender identity and judaism.
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