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And He said: "Let there be light and there was light." Have we lost the art of reading aloud? In this exciting and fun workshop, we will have the chance to learn how to recite poetry - from a speech and drama specialist. We will also experience how poetry recital can transform our mood by and bring an enhanced reality to our lives.
Orange 12
Stories from a British actor navigating the Israeli film and TV industry. Presentation with video clips on his journey through Israeli media. He has been working as a character actor in Israeli TV series, international commercials and indie movies. Sharing tales and experiences with a dialogue exploring acting and Israeli subcultures.
Red 2
How does one relate to the notion of obligation in the 21st century? We will explore the thought of philosophers Martin Buber, Franz Rosenzweig, Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel, and Prof. Mara Benjamin on the topic through their analysis of Revelation at Mount Sinai.
Revelation and Obligation.pdf
Orange 10
Can we forgive those that commit a crime? Should we? Drawing on my experience of working with women prisoners we will explore how society punishes and whether we are on track to make society a safer place. With huge challenges facing the criminal justice system we will also explore how the Jewish tradition can inform our views on this bedrock issue
Red 1
We were all raised on the story of the Maccabees defeating the evil Antiochus and finding a miraculous jug of oil to rekindle the menorah in the Temple. If we drill into the sources, we find much more varied and even bewildering perspectives on what Hanukkah commemorates and the place of the Jewish people in wider humanity.
Yellow 24
In Limmud's busy atmosphere, participants often struggle to process new ideas and connect with themselves. The Inner Cave offers a cosy, private space for introspection inspired by Jewish traditions like Cheshbon HaNefesh. With writing and art materials available, it invites reflection, creative expression, and calm.
Red 7
Understanding the mechanisms by which polio caused devastating disability and learning to manage the consequences represents one of the great medical detective stories of the 19th and 20th century. It would not have been possible without the work of a series of remarkable Jewish scientists and clinicians.
Red 8
Since 7th October, there are numerous exhibitions responding to the events and the ongoing war, sparking a heated debate. Who has the right to created and exhibit? Can art respond so quickly and what is it's role? Through a few cases, we'll explore the arguments within Israeli conversation with possible conclusions about art and artists in time of war.
Red 4
If you wrote a book about Judaism, where would you start? Every author of works in Jewish law (Halacha) has asked themselves this question. The way they answered it says a lot about how they think of Halacha. Get an introduction to the most important works of Halacha by studying their beginning and let's think about the view of Halacha it suggests.
Where to Start_ The Most Important Books of Jewish Law, Introduced by Their First Section.pdf
Red 5
On 7th October, I got into an ambulance and went South. I was able to help save many lives, often while under the terrorists' fire. Along with the terrible scenes I witnessed, I saw up close the unbelievable strength and heroism of our great nation. Since then I have been traveling around the world and sharing my experiences from that fateful day.
Orange 15
Culinary experts describe the Jewish foods they can’t live without, memorable meals or food moments, and hopefully agree on the 10 ingredients they would take with them to the titular desert island in order to survive, Jewish style.
Red 3
Nothing says reverence like nit-picking the words of our ancestors. This panel discussion with comedian Antonia Lassar (and a guest Rabbi) will be an in-depth examination of just how funny those sages actually were.
Blue 32 - Wellbeing hub
Despite popular belief, colouring is for all ages! Join us in the Wellbeing hub for a self-led colouring session where you can set your creative heart free, practicing mindfulness, or yap with friends.
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