Room 10
The definition of a Minyan goes to the heart of what it means to be in the presence of God. We will investigate the classic sources of Minyan, and discover surprisingly different approaches between Israel and in Babylon that may provide scope for some new thinking on this question.
Room 4
Last summer, Israel was rocked by mass protests following the killing of 19 year-old Solomon Teka. Thousands marched to condemn racism towards Ethiopian-Israelis and call for police accountability. This summer, Teka's name has been referenced again. Hear activist and educator Shula Mola, one of the Ethiopian-Israeli community's leading advocates.
Room 8
If you always dreamed of a pet unicorn, are still waiting for your Hogwarts letter, or just think magical creatures sound cool, this session is for you. Learn about creatures of Jewish myth, including the Jewish equivalents of the unicorn and phoenix, and appearances by Terrifying Sea Monsters and Helpful Diamond Worms.
The Great Big Limmud Family Quiz
Room 12
People of all ages are welcome to come along and have fun in this pub quiz-style game.
Room 6
There are around 10 Jews in Egypt from a community which numbered 85,000, but the Egyptian government spent $4 million to restore the Eliahu Hanavi synagogue in Alexandria. Last February 180 Jews returned for Shabbat. The talk will cover the history of Jews in Egypt, the preparations and highlights of the trip, and the emotions of the participants.
William Echikson Jonathan Braun Mila Stojanovic Avi Tawil Alexander Bodin Saphir
Room 2
Join leaders from four European and World Jewish representative bodies to answer this question once and for all. We promise.
We listen to others all day - but do we really hear them?
Room 14
Emotional bids – the meaning behind our words – We listen to others all day. But do we really hear them? Using concepts from the world of theatre improvisation and couples therapy, we will learn how to better send and receive emotional bids that are the basis of human relationships. These tools will help you deepen the understanding, intimacy and connection in your relationships.
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