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Kingship and the Book of Ruth
Posted: 05/19/2019
Posted: 05/19/2019
Kingship and the Book of Ruth
The book of Ruth begins with the "days of the Judges" and concludes with the birth of David. This session explores the connections between the heroic behavior of the characters in Ruth and the ideal kingship as represented by David.
The Omer Festival: Recovering a Lost Holiday and its Surprising Roots
Posted: 03/27/2014
Posted: 03/27/2014
The Omer Festival: Recovering a Lost Holiday and its Surprising Roots
We usually think of the Omer as a commandment to count up to fifty days as a bridge between Passover and Shavuot. What is much less familiar is that in certain post-Biblical works the Omer is considered its own festival. This podcast examines the surprising roots of the Omer. It analyzes passages in rabbinic literature alongside writings from the Dead Sea Scrolls, Philo and the early Church Fathers. Listen and learn about the surprising roots of the Omer Festival!
Major Prayers of the Jewish Festivals (part 1 of 3 sessions)
Posted: 07/09/2009
Posted: 07/09/2009
Major Prayers of the Jewish Festivals (part 1 of 3 sessions)
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The class will focus on the festival amidah and hallel and the prayers for rain and dew.