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Sponsoring Agency: Chabad House of Ithaca

Cornell University
102 Willard Way, Ithaca, NY 14850 USA
Office: 607-227-4082
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Flash PromoWisdom From Sinai: Revolutionary Ideas that Judaism Introduced to the World
About the Course

Course Overview

The Ten Commandments are one of the most well-known passages of the Bible, and are significant to non-Jewish people as well. During the eight weeks of the course, three primary questions will be explored:

1. What, if anything, is Jewish about the Ten Commandments? Aren’t these ethical principles that have been adopted by most religious communities? Does Judaism understand them in a particular way, or is the foundation of the Jewish religion universalistic in its orientation?

 

 

2. Why these ten? There are many possible ways to articulate a foundational  manifesto of purpose. Yet the Ten Commandments select only ten of hundreds of possible commandments to be conveyed by G-d directly to the Jewish people. What is special about these ten? In what way do each of them represent a sphere of significance?

3. How does this commandment make a difference to your life? Most of us don’t grapple with whether to murder or not, and idol worship is currently out of fashion. Are these ten still of central relevance to us today? Do they continue to speak to us today?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Course Syllabus

Orientation Session

In this session, you will review the goals and requirements of the program.

Lesson One: If You Were G-d

In this lesson, you will examine the structure and order of the ten commandments, and explore its role as the foundation of Jewish thought and modern civilization.

Lesson Two: Who Am I?

In this lesson, you will examine the Jewish concept of G-d and the nature of Jewish belief. You will also investigate the contemporary relevance of the concept of idolatry.

Lesson Three: To Be or Not to Be

This lesson concentrates on the Jewish idea of the Sabbath and sanctity in time. You will become familiar with the basic practices governing the Jewish Sabbath, and you will look at the interplay between the Sabbath and the other days of the week.

Field Trip One

You will have the opportunity to observe and participate in a Shabbat dinner with your instructor.

Lesson Four: The Creators

This lesson looks at how Jewish law codifies the requirement to honor and respect 

parents, and invites you to consider the significance of this commandment to our spiritual development.

 

 

Lesson Five: The Breath of Life

This lesson examines Jewish life ethics governing such issues as murder, suicide, euthanasia, and abortion.

Lesson Six: Born To Marry

This lesson focuses on the Jewish ethics concerning love and marriage.

Field Trip Two

Lesson Seven: For Love or Money ( Do Not Steal; Do Not Covet)

This lesson will explore the relationship between material wealth and how it can be reconciled with ethical values.

Lesson Eight: The Truth, The Whole Truth, and Nothing But the Truth

This lesson focuses on the spiritual meaning of human communication and the
importance of honest and true words. We also examine classical Jewish thinking
regarding the authenticity and truth of the Jewish tradition.

 

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Flash PromoWisdom From Sinai: Revolutionary Ideas that Judaism Introduced to the World
Date

Orientation/Lesson 1 -
Sunday, February 3 2008 7:00 PM - - 8:30 PM

Lesson 2 -
Sunday, February 10 2008 7:00 PM - - 8:30 PM

Shabbaton -
Friday, February 15 2008 6:30 PM - - 9:30 PM
With President David Skorton.

Lesson 3 -
Sunday, February 17 2008 7:00 PM - - 8:30 PM

Lesson 4 -
Sunday, February 24 2008 7:00 PM - - 8:30 PM

Lesson 5 -
Sunday, March 2 2008 7:00 PM - - 8:30 PM

Lesson 6 -
Sunday, March 9 2008 7:00 PM - - 8:30 PM

Lesson 7 -
Sunday, March 16 2008 7:00 PM - - 8:30 PM

Lesson 8 -
Sunday, March 23 2008 7:00 PM - - 8:30 PM

Field Trip/Graduation -
Sunday, April 6 2008 7:30 PM - - 8:30 PM


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Flash PromoWisdom From Sinai: Revolutionary Ideas that Judaism Introduced to the World
Date

Orientation/Lesson 1 -
Sunday, September 14 2008 7:00 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 2 -
Sunday, September 21 2008 7:00 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 3 -
Sunday, September 28 2008 7:00 PM - - 9:00 PM

Shabbaton -
Friday, October 3 2008 7:00 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 4 -
Sunday, October 5 2008 7:00 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 5 -
Sunday, October 12 2008 7:00 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 6 -
Sunday, October 19 2008 7:00 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 7 -
Sunday, October 26 2008 7:00 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 8 -
Sunday, November 2 2008 7:00 PM - - 9:00 PM

Field Trip -
Wednesday, November 5 2008 7:00 AM - - 9:00 AM

Graduation -
Monday, November 24 2008 7:00 AM - - 9:00 AM


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Flash PromoWisdom From Sinai: Revolutionary Ideas that Judaism Introduced to the World
Date

Orientation/Lesson 1 -
Sunday, February 1 2009 1:00 AM - - 1:00 AM

Lesson 2 -
Sunday, February 8 2009 1:00 AM - - 1:00 AM

Lesson 3 -
Sunday, February 15 2009 1:00 AM - - 1:00 AM

Lesson 4 -
Sunday, February 22 2009 1:00 AM - - 1:00 AM

Lesson 5 -
Sunday, March 1 2009 1:00 AM - - 1:00 AM

Lesson 6 -
Sunday, March 8 2009 1:00 AM - - 1:00 AM

Lesson 7 -
Sunday, March 29 2009 1:00 AM - - 1:00 AM

Lesson 8 -
Sunday, April 5 2009 1:00 AM - - 1:00 AM

Shabbaton -
Sunday, April 12 2009 1:00 AM - - 1:00 AM


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Flash PromoWisdom From Sinai: Revolutionary Ideas that Judaism Introduced to the World
Date

Orientation/Lesson 1 -
Sunday, September 6 2009 1:00 AM - - 1:00 AM

Lesson 2 -
Sunday, September 13 2009 7:00 PM - - 8:00 PM

Lesson 3 -
Sunday, September 20 2009 7:00 PM - - 8:00 PM

Lesson 4 -
Sunday, September 27 2009 7:00 PM - - 8:00 PM

Lesson 5 -
Sunday, October 4 2009 7:00 PM - - 8:00 PM

Lesson 6 -
Sunday, October 11 2009 7:00 PM - - 8:00 PM

Lesson 7 -
Sunday, October 11 2009 7:00 PM - - 8:00 PM

Lesson 8 -
Sunday, October 18 2009 7:00 PM - - 8:00 PM


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Lesson 1 -
Sunday, February 7 2010 1:00 AM - - 3:00 AM

Lesson 2 -
Sunday, February 14 2010 2:00 AM - - 4:00 AM

Lesson 3 -
Sunday, February 21 2010 0:00 AM - - 0:00 AM

Lesson 4 -
Sunday, February 28 2010 1:00 AM - - 3:00 AM

Lesson 5 -
Sunday, March 7 2010 1:00 AM - - 3:00 AM

Lesson 6 -
Sunday, March 14 2010 1:00 AM - - 3:00 AM

Lesson 7 -
Sunday, March 21 2010 1:00 AM - - 0:03 AM

Lesson 8 -
Sunday, April 25 2010 1:00 AM - - 3:00 AM


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Date

Orientation/Lesson 1 -
Sunday, September 12 2010 7:00 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 2 -
Sunday, September 19 2010 7:00 PM - - 0:09 PM

Lesson 3 -
Sunday, October 3 2010 7:00 PM - - 0:09 PM


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Flash PromoWisdom From Sinai: Revolutionary Ideas that Judaism Introduced to the World
Date

Orientation/Lesson 1 -
Sunday, February 6 2011 7:00 PM - - 8:00 PM

Lesson 2 -
Sunday, February 13 2011 7:00 PM - - 8:00 PM

Lesson 3 -
Sunday, February 20 2011 7:00 PM - - 8:00 PM

Lesson 5 -
Sunday, March 6 2011 7:00 PM - - 8:00 PM

Lesson 6 -
Sunday, March 13 2011 7:00 PM - - 8:00 PM

Lesson 7 -
Sunday, March 20 2011 7:00 PM - - 8:00 PM

Lesson 8 -
Sunday, April 10 2011 7:00 PM - - 8:00 PM

Shabbaton -
Saturday, April 30 2011 7:00 PM - - 9:00 PM

Field Trip/Graduation -
Sunday, May 29 2011 1:00 AM - - 1:00 AM

Lesson 4 -
Monday, February 27 2012 7:00 PM - - 8:00 PM


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Flash PromoWisdom From Sinai: Revolutionary Ideas that Judaism Introduced to the World
Date

Orientation/Lesson 1 -
Sunday, October 2 2011 6:30 PM - - 8:00 PM

Lesson 2 -
Sunday, October 16 2011 6:30 PM - - 8:00 PM

Lesson 3 -
Sunday, October 23 2011 6:30 PM - - 8:00 PM

Shabbaton -
Thursday, October 27 2011 6:30 PM - - 8:30 PM

Lesson 4 -
Sunday, October 30 2011 6:30 PM - - 8:00 PM

Lesson 5 -
Sunday, November 6 2011 6:30 PM - - 8:00 PM

Lesson 6 -
Sunday, November 13 2011 6:30 PM - - 8:00 PM

Lesson 7 -
Sunday, November 20 2011 6:30 PM - - 8:00 PM

Lesson 8 -
Sunday, December 4 2011 6:30 PM - - 8:00 PM

Field Trip/Graduation -
Monday, December 5 2011 1:00 PM - - 1:00 PM


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Flash PromoWisdom From Sinai: Revolutionary Ideas that Judaism Introduced to the World
Date

Orientation/Lesson 1 -
Sunday, September 16 2012 7:00 PM - - 8:30 PM

Lesson 2 -
Sunday, September 23 2012 7:00 PM - - 8:30 PM

Lesson 3 -
Sunday, September 30 2012 7:00 PM - - 8:00 PM

Lesson 4 -
Sunday, October 7 2012 7:00 PM - - 8:00 PM

Lesson 5 -
Sunday, October 14 2012 1:07 PM - - 8:00 PM

Lesson 6 -
Sunday, October 21 2012 7:00 PM - - 8:00 PM

Lesson 7 -
Sunday, October 28 2012 7:00 PM - - 8:00 PM

Lesson 8 -
Sunday, November 4 2012 7:00 PM - - 8:00 PM


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Flash PromoWisdom From Sinai: Revolutionary Ideas that Judaism Introduced to the World
Date

Shabbaton -
Friday, March 5 2010 7:00 PM - - 9:00 PM

Orientation/Lesson 1 -
Sunday, February 5 2012 7:00 PM - - 8:30 PM

Lesson 2 -
Sunday, February 12 2012 7:00 PM - - 8:30 PM

Lesson 3 -
Sunday, February 19 2012 7:00 PM - - 8:30 PM

Lesson 4 -
Sunday, February 26 2012 7:00 PM - - 8:30 PM

Lesson 5 -
Sunday, March 4 2012 7:00 PM - - 8:30 PM

Lesson 6 -
Sunday, March 11 2012 7:00 PM - - 8:30 PM

Lesson 7 -
Sunday, April 1 2012 7:00 PM - - 8:30 PM

Lesson 8 -
Sunday, April 15 2012 7:00 PM - - 8:30 PM


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Flash PromoWisdom From Sinai: Revolutionary Ideas that Judaism Introduced to the World
Date

Orientation/Lesson 1 -
Sunday, February 10 2013 7:00 PM - - 8:30 PM

Lesson 2 -
Sunday, February 17 2013 7:00 PM - - 8:30 PM

Lesson 3 -
Sunday, February 24 2013 7:00 PM - - 8:30 PM

Shabbaton -
Saturday, March 2 2013 7:00 PM - - 1:00 AM

Lesson 4 -
Sunday, March 3 2013 7:00 PM - - 8:30 PM

Lesson 5 -
Sunday, March 10 2013 7:00 PM - - 8:30 PM

Lesson 6 -
Sunday, March 17 2013 7:00 PM - - 8:30 PM

Lesson 6 -
Sunday, March 24 2013 7:00 PM - - 8:00 PM

Lesson 7 -
Sunday, March 31 2013 7:00 PM - - 8:30 PM

Lesson 8 -
Sunday, April 7 2013 7:00 PM - - 8:00 AM


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Flash PromoWisdom From Sinai: Revolutionary Ideas that Judaism Introduced to the World
Date

Orientation/Lesson 1 -
Sunday, October 6 2013 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 2 -
Sunday, October 20 2013 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 3 -
Sunday, October 27 2013 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 4 -
Sunday, November 3 2013 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 5 -
Sunday, November 10 2013 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 6 -
Sunday, November 17 2013 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 7 -
Sunday, November 24 2013 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 8 -
Sunday, December 1 2013 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM


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Flash PromoWisdom From Sinai: Revolutionary Ideas that Judaism Introduced to the World
Date

Orientation -
Monday, February 10 2014 7:30 PM - - 8:15 PM

Lesson 1 -
Monday, February 24 2014 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 2 -
Monday, March 3 2014 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 2 -
Monday, March 3 2014 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 3 -
Monday, March 10 2014 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 3 -
Monday, March 10 2014 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 4 -
Monday, March 17 2014 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 4 -
Monday, March 17 2014 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM


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Flash PromoWisdom From Sinai: Revolutionary Ideas that Judaism Introduced to the World
Date

Orientation -
Sunday, September 21 2014 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM
Class 1

Lesson 1 -
Sunday, September 28 2014 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM
Class 2

Lesson 2 -
Sunday, October 5 2014 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM
Class 3

Lesson 3 -
Sunday, October 12 2014 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM
Class 4

Lesson 4 -
Sunday, October 19 2014 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM
Class 5

Lesson 5 -
Sunday, October 26 2014 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM
Class 6

Lesson 6 -
Sunday, November 2 2014 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM
Class 7

Lesson 7 -
Sunday, November 9 2014 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM
Class 8

Lesson 8 -
Sunday, November 16 2014 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM


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 Course dates are not set in stone and will be determined in conjunction with all applicants. 

Flash PromoWisdom From Sinai: Revolutionary Ideas that Judaism Introduced to the World
Date

Lesson 1 -
Sunday, February 22 2015 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 2 -
Sunday, March 1 2015 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 3 -
Sunday, March 8 2015 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 4 -
Sunday, March 15 2015 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 5 -
Sunday, March 22 2015 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 6 -
Sunday, March 29 2015 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 7 -
Sunday, April 5 2015 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 8 -
Sunday, April 12 2015 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM


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Flash PromoWisdom From Sinai: Revolutionary Ideas that Judaism Introduced to the World
Date

Lesson 1 -
Sunday, October 18 2015 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 1 -
Tuesday, October 20 2015 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 2 -
Sunday, October 25 2015 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 2 -
Tuesday, October 27 2015 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 3 -
Tuesday, November 3 2015 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 3 -
Tuesday, November 10 2015 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 4 -
Tuesday, November 17 2015 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 4 -
Tuesday, November 24 2015 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 7 -
Sunday, November 29 2015 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 5 -
Tuesday, December 1 2015 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 8 -
Sunday, December 6 2015 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 8 -
Sunday, December 6 2015 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 5 -
Tuesday, December 8 2015 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 6 -
Tuesday, December 15 2015 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 6 -
Tuesday, December 22 2015 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 7 -
Tuesday, December 29 2015 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM


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This class will be taught on 2 nights. You can pick the one that suits you best. In the past, we have done Sunday nights OR Tuesday nights. This way, you can always attend the other class to makeup a lost class.

Flash PromoWisdom From Sinai: Revolutionary Ideas that Judaism Introduced to the World
Date

Lesson 1 -
Sunday, February 21 2016 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 2 -
Sunday, February 28 2016 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 3 -
Sunday, March 6 2016 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 4 -
Sunday, March 13 2016 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 5 -
Sunday, March 20 2016 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 6 -
Sunday, March 27 2016 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 7 -
Sunday, April 3 2016 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 8 -
Sunday, April 10 2016 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM


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 We will be accepting a total of 30 students. We will be teaching this class at two different times each week. You will be able to choose which night suits you best. In the past, we have taught classes on both Sunday nights and Tuesday nights. 

Flash PromoWisdom From Sinai: Revolutionary Ideas that Judaism Introduced to the World
Date

Lesson 1 -
Sunday, September 11 2016 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 2 -
Sunday, September 18 2016 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 3 -
Sunday, September 25 2016 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 4 -
Sunday, October 2 2016 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 5 -
Sunday, October 9 2016 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 6 -
Sunday, October 16 2016 7:30 PM - - 9:00 PM

Field Trip -
Thursday, October 20 2016 8:00 PM - - 0:00

Lesson 7 -
Sunday, October 23 2016 7:30 PM - - 12:00 AM

Lesson 8 -
Sunday, October 30 2016 7:30 PM - - 12:00 AM

Graduation -
Wednesday, December 7 2016 6:00 PM - - 0:00


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 This class is generally taught on Sunday nights and Tuesday nights. You will be able to choose one of these nights to attend. We will try to flexible to accomodate for each person's preference. Sign up right away!


Flash PromoThe Land and the Spirit: Why We All Care About Israel
About the Course

Explore the spirit of a land that has pulsed with energy and mystery since the dawn of time, a land that has captured our imagination throughout history, a land that breathes with the glory of our past and the dreams of our future. Join us as we examine what Israel was meant to be, and what Israel means to us today.

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Course dates to be determined.

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Flash PromoThink Jewish: Jewish Wisdom for Modern Life
About the Course

A Jewish Educational Experience
Do you enjoy fun and lively conversations?

Do you want to challenge the status quo?

Do you have questions about Judaism that are important to discuss?

Do you want to discover how Judaism is relevant and forward-thinking?

Do you want to join a warm community?

Then join the club! Sinai Scholars is for you! This learning experience is different from any class you have ever attended!

Sinai Scholars is not a series of lectures; it is a series of interactive discussions. It is not a repeat of what you experienced in Hebrew school; it is fun, stimulating, deep, and relevant. It is not a time to listen; it’s a time to question. It is not geared to tell you what to think; it provides an opportunity to explore Judaism’s rich heritage at your own pace with you in the driver’s seat.

Sinai Scholars is a platform upon which participants explore central elements of Judaism that are relevant, interesting, and empowering for all Jews, irrespective of background, education, and level of commitment. By the end of this journey, you will have a richer appreciation for some of the core elements of Jewish heritage and Jewish identity, along with a deeper understanding about how these interface with modern life.

Session One
A Question of Identity: Perspectives on Jewish Identity in the Modern World

You meet a Jewish person who says, “You know, I don’t know why people consider me Jewish. I do not support Israel; I do not ever visit a synagogue; and I do not celebrate any Jewish holidays.” How would you respond?

What does it mean to be a Jew? Is Judaism a religion, culture, nationality, or some combination thereof?

Since the dawn of time, individuals and groups sought to define and explain their identities, and Jews throughout the ages questioned the meaning of their Jewish identity. Today, the shifting sands of Jewish life require that this conversation persist but with newer insights and profounder definitions.

Session Two
A People with a Purpose: Exploring Foundational Elements of the Jewish Ethos

If you were G-d and you were going to address a once-for-all-time message to all of humanity, what would you say?

What messages does humankind need to hear today?

Mark Twain noted that while many nations filled the planet with sound and splendor, all of them soon faded and vanished. But the Jews are different, he noted. “All things are mortal,” he wrote, “but the Jew.” For Jews, survival is not celebrated for survival’s sake; survival is seen as a call to a purpose. A dialogue about the nature of this purpose is one crucial step in making this world a better place.

Session Three
Reason and Ritual: On the Significance and Meaning of Jewish Observances

In medieval times, a despotic ruler once agreed to release a Jew from jail for one day each year to practice religion. The Jew was now in a quandary. Should that day be Yom Kippur? Passover? Rosh Hashanah? Some other day? How to choose?

What would you choose?

This leads into a broader discussion about Jewish rituals, which often seem foreign and archaic. In what ways can we find meaning and value in some of these observances?

Session Four
An Oasis in Time: The Gift of Shabbat

Life is continuous and unrelenting. Might there be some benefit in a creative pause?

Enter the Jewish Sabbath. It is difficult to imagine a society functioning without a weekend, but this institution was unheard of in the ancient world. What meaning did Jews find in their Sabbath that allowed them to shrug off their cultural isolation?

Examining this question is relevant to those who are troubled that today’s society is insufficiently happy and inadequately connected in meaningful ways.

 

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Date

Orientation -
Sunday, February 5 2017 7:00 PM - - 8:30 PM

Lesson 1 -
Sunday, February 12 2017 7:00 PM - - 8:30 PM

Tikun Olam -
Sunday, February 19 2017 7:00 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 2 -
Sunday, February 26 2017 7:00 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 3 -
Sunday, March 5 2017 7:00 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 4 -
Sunday, March 12 2017 7:00 PM - - 9:00 PM

Field Trip -
Sunday, March 12 2017 8:00 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 5 -
Sunday, March 19 2017 7:00 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 6 -
Sunday, March 26 2017 7:00 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 7 -
Sunday, April 2 2017 7:00 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 8 -
Sunday, April 9 2017 7:00 PM - - 9:00 PM


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There are 30 allocations. The classes will be taught on both Sunday nigths and Tuesday nights. You will hopefully be allocated the night that suits you. Email [email protected] with questions.

Flash PromoThink Jewish: Jewish Wisdom for Modern Life
Date

Orientation / Lesson 1 -
Sunday, September 24 2017 7:00 PM - - 9:00 PM

Tikun Olam -
Sunday, October 1 2017 7:00 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 2 -
Sunday, October 8 2017 7:00 PM - - 9:00 PM

Field Trip -
Thursday, October 12 2017 7:00 PM - - 9:45 PM
(Date subject to change)

Lesson 3 -
Sunday, October 15 2017 7:00 PM - - 9:45 PM

Lesson 4 -
Sunday, October 22 2017 7:00 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 5 -
Sunday, October 29 2017 7:00 PM - - 9:45 PM

Lesson 6 -
Sunday, November 5 2017 7:00 PM - - 9:45 PM

Lesson 7 -
Sunday, November 12 2017 7:00 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 8 -
Sunday, November 19 2017 7:00 PM - - 9:45 PM

Graduation -
Tuesday, November 28 2017 5:30 PM - - 2:15 PM


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  • Don't worry too much about the above dates and times. We will start the class at a date that suits the accepted applicants. 
  • All applicants will be required to take a 20 minute interview to learn more about the expectations of the course, and have a chance to ask questions about the course. 
  • Classes will be taught on 2 nights of the week. Tuesday and Sunday nights. Each student only has to attend 1 time per week. 
Flash PromoThink Jewish: Jewish Wisdom for Modern Life
Date

Orientation / Lesson 1 -
Sunday, February 25 2018 7:00 PM - - 9:00 PM

Tikun Olam -
Sunday, March 4 2018 7:00 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 2 -
Sunday, March 11 2018 7:00 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 3 -
Sunday, March 18 2018 7:00 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 4 -
Sunday, March 25 2018 7:00 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 5 -
Sunday, April 1 2018 7:00 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 6 -
Sunday, April 8 2018 7:00 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 7 -
Sunday, April 15 2018 7:00 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 8 -
Sunday, April 22 2018 7:00 PM - - 9:00 PM


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Dates and times may be subject to change. We suggest you enroll and we will discuss the specific schedule in the interview. 

In the past, we have accepted 30 students each semester. We then divide the students into two classes. One is taught on Sunday nights. The other on Tuesday nights. These specifc days have worked well for the last few semesters, but if the students who enroll indicate that a different night would be better, we will accomodate where possible. 

Also, there will be no classes during Cornell breaks. 

After enrolling, please look out for an email from me to schedule a 20 minute interview to discuss your applicaiton and further questions you may have. 

Thank you. 

Rabbi Dovid Birk

[email protected]

Flash PromoThink Jewish: Jewish Wisdom for Modern Life
Date

Orientation / Lesson 1 -
Sunday, October 14 2018 7:00 PM - - 9:00 PM

Tikun Olam -
Thursday, October 18 2018 7:00 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 2 -
Thursday, October 25 2018 7:00 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 3 -
Thursday, November 1 2018 7:00 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 4 -
Thursday, November 8 2018 7:00 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 5 -
Thursday, November 15 2018 7:00 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 6 -
Thursday, November 22 2018 7:00 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 7 -
Thursday, November 29 2018 7:00 PM - - 9:00 PM

Lesson 8 -
Thursday, December 6 2018 7:00 PM - - 9:00 PM


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The dates displayed are not fixed. We will tailor the start date and the class times to the availability of the students participating in the course. 

If you feel this course could benefit you, APPLY TODAY and we will discuss the schedule in the interview. Spots are limited!

Please look out for an email from Chabad to set up a 20 minute interview. 

Thank you.

If you have any questions about the course, the content or the schedule, you can contact Rabbi Dovid at [email protected]

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Orientation / Lesson 1 -
Sunday, March 3 2019 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Tikun Olam / Lesson 2 -
Sunday, March 10 2019 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Lesson 3 -
Sunday, March 17 2019 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Lesson 4 -
Sunday, March 24 2019 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Lesson 5 -
Sunday, March 31 2019 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Lesson 6 -
Sunday, April 7 2019 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Lesson 7 -
Sunday, April 14 2019 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Lesson 8 -
Sunday, April 21 2019 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM


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Classes are generally taught two times each week. You only need to attend one. Traditionally, the classes are taught on Sunday night and Tuesday night from 7:30pm - 9pm. The first class is from 7pm - 9pm as we will include a 30 minutes orientation and icebreakers. You can choose the night that best suits you.

The course has eight classes. You need to attend all eight classes to graduate. 

You will be allowed to do one makeup only for a missed class.

 

Flash PromoThink Jewish: Jewish Wisdom for Modern Life
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Orientation / Lesson 1 -
Sunday, September 15 2019 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Tikun Olam / Lesson 2 -
Sunday, September 22 2019 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Lesson 3 -
Sunday, September 29 2019 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Lesson 4 -
Sunday, October 6 2019 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Lesson 5 -
Sunday, October 13 2019 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Lesson 6 -
Sunday, October 20 2019 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Lesson 7 -
Sunday, October 27 2019 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Lesson 8 -
Sunday, November 3 2019 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM


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 ATTENTION: It is better to enrol sooner than later. I will be conducting a short interview (15-20min) with all those who enrol. At the interview, we will discuss all the details of the course - dates, times, flexibility, content etc.  

Traditionally we fill all our allocations. That's 30 students per semester. We then divide the class into two groups and we teach on Sunday night and Tuesday night, 7:30pm - 9pm (except the first class is 2 hours due to a 30 minute orientation and ice-breakers). You pick only one night and attend one class per week.

NOTE: For those who do not want to write a research paper, there will be an option to take a multi choice test at the end of the course instead.

This is a fun, insightful and engaging course that will give you a forum to discover relevant lessons in Judaism, meet other Jews on campus, and give you a connection to Chabad as a Jewish hub for you on campus. 

Any questions? Email me: [email protected]

Or call/text me at 917 841 3256

Rabbi Dovid Birk

Flash PromoThink Jewish: Jewish Wisdom for Modern Life
Date

Orientation / Lesson 1 -
Sunday, February 9 2020 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Tikun Olam / Lesson 2 -
Sunday, February 16 2020 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Lesson 3 -
Sunday, February 23 2020 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Lesson 4 -
Sunday, March 1 2020 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Lesson 5 -
Sunday, March 8 2020 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Lesson 6 -
Sunday, March 15 2020 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Lesson 7 -
Sunday, March 22 2020 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Lesson 8 -
Sunday, March 29 2020 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM


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 Welcome to Sinai Scholars Spring 2020. Please go ahead and complete your application. You do not need to write elaborate answers to the questions. 

Important notes:

1. There is no research paper for the course. That has been replaced with a 45 questions multi-choice test to be taken following the last class. It will be graded automatically on the spot. 

2. Classes are taught on Sunday night and Tuesday night. You only need to attend ONE class each week. Classes are 7:30pm - 9pm except for the first class, which extends to 9:30pm.

3. Following your application, there will be a 20 minute in person interview. Not all applicants are accepted to the class. This is decided by the Sinai Scholars office based on a variety of factors. 

4. Please email me, Rabbi Dovid Birk, [email protected] - if you have any questions regarding the course. 

Thank you.

Flash PromoThink Jewish: Jewish Wisdom for Modern Life
Date

Orientation / Lesson 1 -
Sunday, October 18 2020 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Tikun Olam / Lesson 2 -
Sunday, October 25 2020 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Lesson 3 -
Sunday, November 1 2020 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Lesson 4 -
Sunday, November 8 2020 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Lesson 5 -
Sunday, November 15 2020 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Lesson 6 -
Sunday, November 22 2020 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Lesson 7 -
Sunday, November 29 2020 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Lesson 8 -
Sunday, December 6 2020 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Sleepover -
Monday, December 14 2020 - Tuesday, December 15 2020


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In order to give students time to arrive on campus, get adjusted and also celebrate the high holidays, we will be starting the course on Sunday night October 18th and Tuesday, October 20th. 

We will be proceeding with in person classes distanced appropriately. Each class will have a 10 person cap. Classes will be either Sunday night or Tuesday night. You can simply enroll for now and we we allocate you to the night of your preference after you are accepted to the course. 

Not all applications are accepted. Please include compelling short answers about why you should be accepted to this course. 

If you have any questions before enrolling, you can email me (Rabbi Dovid) at [email protected].

After enrolling, we will meet (in person or online) for a short 15 minute interview. You will have a chance to ask all your questions about the course material and logistics etc. 

Thank you.

 

Flash PromoThink Jewish: Jewish Wisdom for Modern Life
Date

Orientation / Lesson 1 -
Sunday, February 28 2021 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Tikun Olam / Lesson 2 -
Sunday, March 7 2021 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Lesson 3 -
Sunday, March 14 2021 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Lesson 4 -
Sunday, March 21 2021 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Lesson 5 -
Sunday, March 28 2021 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Lesson 6 -
Sunday, April 4 2021 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Lesson 7 -
Sunday, April 11 2021 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Lesson 8 -
Sunday, April 18 2021 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM


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 Hi, 

I am looking foward to having you be a part of the Sinai Scholars program for spring 2021. 

Go ahead and complete the application. You will have a choice to attend class on either Sunday or Tuesday nights. We can discuss this in person. 

After your application, I will be in touch to conduct a short 15 minute interview to review your applicaiton and share the expectations of the course. 

Any questions, please email me: [email protected] or text/call at 917-841-3256.

Thank you.

Rabbi Dovid Birk 

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Flash PromoThink Jewish: Jewish Wisdom for Modern Life
Date

Orientation / Lesson 1 -
Sunday, October 3 2021 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Sleepover -
Wednesday, October 6 2021 - Thursday, October 7 2021

Tikun Olam / Lesson 2 -
Sunday, October 10 2021 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Lesson 3 -
Sunday, October 17 2021 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Lesson 4 -
Sunday, October 24 2021 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Lesson 5 -
Sunday, October 31 2021 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Lesson 6 -
Sunday, November 7 2021 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Lesson 7 -
Sunday, November 14 2021 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Lesson 8 -
Sunday, November 21 2021 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM


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 We are excited to have you join this engaging series on Jewish thought. 

Classes are generally held on Sunday nights and Tuesday nights. You only have to attend one class a week. You will be able to choose the night that suits your schedule. 

Classes are 90 mins long and are held at Chabad Cornell, in person, at 102 Willard Way, Ithaca NY 14850. 

There is no final paper for the course. Rather, we have a multi choice test at the end which covers the material taught in the classes. 

You do not need to write long, extensive anwers to the questions in the application. Just cover the main points. 

If you have ANY questions, email me at [email protected] or call or text me at 917-841-3256.

Thank you.

Rabbi Dovid

Flash PromoThink Jewish: Jewish Wisdom for Modern Life
Date

Sleepover -
Sunday, February 20 2022 - Monday, February 21 2022

Orientation / Lesson 1 -
Sunday, February 20 2022 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Tikun Olam / Lesson 2 -
Sunday, February 27 2022 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Lesson 3 -
Sunday, March 6 2022 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Lesson 4 -
Sunday, March 13 2022 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Lesson 5 -
Sunday, March 20 2022 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Lesson 6 -
Sunday, March 27 2022 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Lesson 7 -
Sunday, April 3 2022 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Lesson 8 -
Sunday, April 10 2022 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM


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Hi, 

Join Sinai Scholars for a truly enaging experience in Jewish learning and practice. 

Classes will be taught on both Sunday and Tuesdays (7:30pm - 9pm). You only need to attend one class each week. Meaning, the group will be divided into two classes. You will be allocated your preference but you can switch for a particular week if you have a conflict. 

Best thing is to complete the application and we will discuss the details during the interview. 

You don't need to write long answers on your application. You can, but you don't need to.

If you have questions beforehand, you can email me at [email protected].

Thank you. 

Rabbi Dovid Birk

Flash PromoThink Jewish: Jewish Wisdom for Modern Life
Date

Sleepover -
Sunday, September 11 2022 - Monday, September 12 2022

Lesson 1 -
Sunday, September 11 2022 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Tikun Olam / Lesson 2 -
Sunday, September 18 2022 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Lesson 3 -
Sunday, September 25 2022 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Lesson 4 -
Sunday, October 2 2022 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Lesson 5 -
Sunday, October 9 2022 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Lesson 6 -
Sunday, October 16 2022 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Lesson 7 -
Sunday, October 23 2022 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Lesson 8 -
Sunday, October 30 2022 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM


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Availability Registration is now closed, please contact us for more information.

 I am excited to have you join Sinai Scholars this semester. 8 powerful and engaging classes to enrich your semester. 

Classes are generally taught on Sunday and Tuesday night, 7:30pm - 9pm. You only have to come to one class per week. You can change between the two nights depending on conflicts in your schedule. 

The first class is scheduled to begin on Sunday, September 11th 2022.

The main thing is to enroll and we will discuss all your questions in the short 15 mins online interview. 

You don't need to write long answers in your application. 

Any questions, please call/text me: 917-841-3256 or email me at [email protected]

Thank you. 

Rabbi Dovid Birk

Flash PromoThink Jewish: Jewish Wisdom for Modern Life
Date

Orientation / Lesson 1 -
Sunday, February 19 2023 7:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Tikun Olam / Lesson 2 -
Sunday, March 12 2023 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Lesson 3 -
Sunday, March 19 2023 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Lesson 4 -
Sunday, March 26 2023 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Lesson 5 -
Sunday, April 16 2023 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Lesson 6 -
Sunday, April 23 2023 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Lesson 7 -
Sunday, April 30 2023 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Lesson 8 -
Sunday, May 7 2023 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Sleepover -
Wednesday, May 10 2023 - Thursday, May 11 2023


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We are excited to have you join the Sinai Scholars course this spring 2023. Acceptance is subject to a short interview and final decision by the Sinai Scholars administration. 
If you have any questions whatsoever, please email me at [email protected] or text/call at 917-841-3256. 

Thank you.

Rabbi Dovid Birk, Chabad Cornell

Flash PromoThink Jewish: Jewish Wisdom for Modern Life
Date

Lesson 1 -
Sunday, September 3 2023 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Tikun Olam / Lesson 2 -
Sunday, September 10 2023 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Lesson 3 -
Sunday, September 17 2023 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Lesson 4 -
Sunday, September 24 2023 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Lesson 5 -
Sunday, October 1 2023 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Lesson 6 -
Sunday, October 8 2023 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Lesson 7 -
Sunday, October 15 2023 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Lesson 8 -
Sunday, October 22 2023 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Sleepover -
Tuesday, December 5 2023 - Wednesday, December 6 2023


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 Sinai Scholars is an exciting Jewish learning opportunity offered by Chabad Cornell.

There are 8 classes. 90 mins per class. Once a week. There are two tracks. One on Sunday night, 7:30pm - 9pm. And one on Tuesday night, 7:30pm - 9pm.

Go ahead and enrol and we will review the dates and times in the short 15 min zoom interview which we will schedule after you submit you application. 

You do not need to write long answers to the questions in the application. 

Please contact me for any questions. 

Rabbi Dovid Birk, [email protected] or 917-841-3256 (call or text).

Flash PromoThink Jewish: Jewish Wisdom for Modern Life
Date

Lesson 1 -
Sunday, February 11 2024 7:30 UND - 9:00 PM

Tikun Olam / Lesson 2 -
Sunday, February 18 2024 7:30 UND - 9:00 PM

Lesson 3 -
Sunday, March 3 2024 12:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Lesson 4 -
Sunday, March 10 2024 12:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Lesson 5 -
Sunday, March 17 2024 12:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Lesson 6 -
Sunday, April 7 2024 12:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Lesson 7 -
Sunday, April 14 2024 12:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Lesson 8 -
Sunday, May 5 2024 12:00 AM - 9:00 PM


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Dates and times may change. Go ahead and enroll and we can discuss the detail in the short interview. 

You do not need to write long answers in the application form. 

You can contact me with any questions about the course. 

Rabbi Dovid, [email protected], 917-841-3256


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