Solel University Classes
In Solel University, we strive to change people’s lives through an intense, meaningful, and often playful encounter with serious Judaism. Judaism is for adults — a sophisticated and often complex way of struggling with the issues of our lives and how the ancient and modern texts shape our perceptions of the world. We take you on a journey — from Torah through modern wisdom — as a way for you to create your own Jewish GPS.
–Rabbi Ari Plost
Shabbat Text Study
“Haftarah, Will Travel” | Shabbat Morning Text Study
For many of our members, it is the high point of the week – our Shabbat morning journey through the Haftarah portion of the week. We start with the biblical text – and then we go into the ancient commentators, modern thinkers, contemporary poets. We learn how to read the stories– filling in the gaps of our knowledge, and finding the places where the ancient text speaks to our lives. Plus: one Shabbat a month, we extend the journey into the sources of Jewish mysticism. Shabbat morning Text study is the cornerstone of life at Temple Solel.
An Introduction to Judiasm
Join Rabbi Frazin for a beginners understanding of the basic teachings, customs and ceremonies of the Jewish people. Open to Jews and non-Jews. This course can also serve as a program leading to conversion to Judaism.
Mondays: Oct. 30; Nov. 6, 13, 20, 27; Dec. 4, 11, 18| 8:00 pm
Israel Education
“The Truth about Israel Today” with Rabbi Jeffrey Salkin
Israel: the reality is deep and complex, and more powerful than we had ever thought. Can Israel make peace with the Palestinians, and with the forces that struggle within Israel itself? What are our responsibilities to Israel — and her responsibilities to us? A no holds barred conversation about what it means to be a member of the Jewish people today.
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Hebrew for Beginners
“Yes, You Can Learn to Read Hebrew”
You know you’ve been wanting to learn. You keep promising yourself that you’re going to try. This is your chance. Join Sheila Shuster, Rabbi Salkin’s wife and experienced Hebrew teacher — and get it together! Pre-registration is required in order to be able to provide materials, for which there will be a nominal fee, please contact Anita at 954.989.0205 ext. 102.
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Theatre @ Solel
Join Lisa Kennedy and the “players” as we explore new edgy voices in Jewish Theater. Theater @ Solel is holding an open audition for its 2nd season of play readings at Temple Solel. No acting experience or preparation necessary. Just show up! Adults and Teens welcome.
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Rikudim- Israeli Dance
“Israeli Folk Dancing” with Cantor Israel Rosen
Whether you have already participated in past classes or this is your first time, just put on your dancing shoes and get involved.
Wednesdays: Oct. 18, Nov. 1, 8, 15, 29; Dec. 13| 8:00 to 9:00 pm
Melton Adult Education
Jewish in America: Insiders and Outsiders, Presented by Rabbi Salkin
Thursdays, 10:00 am – 11:30 am; November 2nd- February 1st. Williams Island (3000 Bldg.)
This Rachel Wasserman Scholars course from the Florence Melton School provides students with the opportunity to consider the challenges of Jewish acculturation to American life, and the sacrifices as well as the contributions that have been made over the past 200 years. Lessons will explore topics of : Education, Anti-Semitism and the Holocaust, The Three Generatio Hypothesis, the changing place of Zionism and the State of Israel..and more.
This course will ask the question, “Is the cup half empty or half full?” as optimists and pessimists debate the future of the Jewish identity in America.
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