We are thrilled with the response to our first four series of ScholarStream. Even though we’re still in the middle of two excellent series, we wanted to squeeze in two more before Pesah and so we are excited to announce the next series beginning later this month. ScholarStream is a four part series which will give communities the opportunity to learn from some of the world’s leading scholars and engage deeply with our texts and traditions.
The next two series will be at the following dates and times. Session descriptions are coming soon.
Jewish Theological Seminary (JTS) - Jews and Power: From Biblical to Modern Times
Wednesdays from 8-9 PM ET
An exploration of the implementation of Jewish power, in the past and in the present. How have Jews rebelled against, accommodated to, and made use of structures of power in varying historical contexts?
- February 24: Dr. Jack Wertheimer with new research on the nexus of money and power in Jewish philanthropy today.
- March 3: Rabbi Gordon Tucker on allegations of dual loyalty against Jews in power throughout Jewish history.
- March 10: Dr. Amy Kalmanofsky on rebellions in the Bible, both lauded and decried.
- March 17: Dr. Marjorie Lehman on what we can learn from the power wielded by an ancient Jewish queen.
Conservative Yeshiva (CY) - Reimagining Exodus Through Stories, Songs, and Sightseeing
First three sessions on Thursdays from 1-2 PM ET; fourth session on Tuesday from 1-2 PM ET
- March 4: Ilana Kurshan, "Sorcery and Secret Arts: Magic and Demonology in the Lore of Passover, Then and Now"
- March 11: Dr. Stephen Arnoff, "These Songs of Freedom: Discovering the Rock and Roll Canon for Passover"
- March 18: Jonty Blackman, "Journeying to and Through the Promised Land: Part I of an In-Depth Tour of Some of Israel's Most Notable Sites"
- Tuesday, March 23: Jonty Blackman, "Journeying to and Through the Promised Land: Part II of an In-Depth Tour of Some of Israel's Most Notable Sites"
If these times do not work for you, these sessions will be recorded.
Sponsorship pricing is $100 per series for congregations up to 399 members, and $200 per series for 400 members and over (congregations can sponsor both series for $150/$300). Individuals can sign up at a cost of $25 for the series. Some communities may choose to stay on following the formal session for a follow up discussion led by their rabbi.
Sponsorship deadline is February 23rd. All sponsoring congregations will receive a discount code to send to their congregants to sign up for free. Congregants must sign up individually for the sessions – registration will be available soon.
If you have any questions, please email Max Arad at marad@rabbinicalassembly.org.
