Dr. David E. Kaufman
Tuesdays, 6:30 - 8:00 PM
3/1, 3/8, 3/15, 3/22, 3/29, 4/5
$180, $120 for Temple Emanu-El members
OFFERED IN-PERSON
History and Memory: Key Themes in the Jewish Experience: Part II
(Attendance in Part I is NOT a prerequisite to join this course)
The tension between the modern study of Jewish history and the popular conception of the past we call Jewish memory forms the defining divide in contemporary Jewish life, shaping the way we understand both what has been, what is and ourselves. Applying this lens to the study of Jewish history, we will explore its core issues and enduring themes, including the evolution of Judaism as a religion, the roots of Jewish cultural diversity, the origins and nature of anti-Semitism and Jewish engagement with modern culture and politics.
This semester, we will focus on five themes characteristic of the medieval and modern eras, from 1000 CE to the present.
This class is appropriate for those new to the study of Jewish history as well as those conversant with its basic narratives but eager to dig deeper into its meaning and relevance to Jews today.
Pincus Family Course in Jewish Studies
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