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Uncover hidden meanings in the scriptures by learning the biblical languages that will allow you to read ancient texts as they were written centuries ago.

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Visit the ancient lands of Israel and Judea in biblical times and gain a new perspective on the biblical stories and scriptures.

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    Beware of Royal Apparel!  The story of Joseph and his brothers forms the last part of the book of Genesis.…

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    Jewish StudiesBy Julia Blum

    Our portion today, VeYishlah, covers two very important meetings in Jacob’s life. Traditionally, the encounter at Peniel is considered the…

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    Jewish StudiesBy Julia Blum

    Three Prayers You would remember that at the end of the last Portion, Toledot, Isaac sent Jacob to Paddan-Aram to…

  • Lost In Translation: Genealogies

    Jewish StudiesBy Julia Blum

    “And these are the generations of Isaac, Abraham’s son: Abraham begot Isaac” (VaEile toledot Izhak) – this is the beginning…

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"This course brings together Jewish and Christian readers
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common sources of their beloved texts"

Judith Green, Head of the Biblical Greek Department

"Start by learning the Hebrew alphabet and end up reading the bible independently, understanding the deepest verses"

Aure Ben Zvi, Biblical Hebrew Teacher

"Knowing the bible's historical and physical setting is absolutely key to access the bible's spiritual and significance"

Jonathan Lipnick, Head of the Holy Land Studies Department

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