What ideas have shaped Judaism across the centuries? This text-based journey explores thirteen foundational Jewish beliefs—from God, Creation and Revelation to Covenant, Mitzvot and Suffering and other central issues at the heart of Jewish thought.
13 Core Beliefs That Make Judaism What It Is
Wednesday, October 21
9:30 AM EDT - 10:30 AM EDT
Virtual Event
Cost: $250 for 14 Sessions
14-Session Virtual Series: Wednesdays, 9:30-10:30AM, Oct. 21, 2026 to Apr. 14, 2027. Note: No classes on Nov. 25, Dec. 2, 9, 30, Jan. 20, 27, Feb. 3, 10, 17, 24, Mar. 3, 10.
The Gefsky Community Scholar position is endowed by the H. Arnold and Adrien B. Gefsky Endowment Fund of the Federation’s Jewish Community Foundation.
Classes are generously supported by the Elaine Belle Krasik Fund for Adult Education.
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