Anti-Semitism: Why the Jews?
A frank and open discussion of the causes of anti-Semitism throughout the ages. Is there something that all anti-Semites share, besides their irrational hatred of us? By exposing the most popular anti-Semitic justifications, the surprising and inspiring reality behind the world's longest hatred is unveiled.
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Why the Jews?
WorldPerfect
A kaleidoscope exploration of Judaism's major contributions to Western civilization, particularly six core values that form the basis of a utopian society.
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WorldPerfect
Love, Dating and Marriage
No university prepares us for the challenges of selecting an appropriate partner, making marriage work, communicating effectively and handling conflict, This practical seminar taps into Judaism's 3,300 year old track record of creating fulfilling marriages.
The Soul and the Afterlife
By understanding the Jewish approach to death and life after death, we can gain a deeper appreciation of what it means to be alive.
The Five Levels of Pleasure
Embedded within the psyche of many lies the notion that material comforts and stable interpersonal relationships represent the “be all and end all” of what life has to offer. The concepts of meaning, leadership and transcendental experience are beyond the grasp of mundane, “real” life. The intent of this class is to establish a hierarchy of pleasure, from material to esoteric; to enable the student to reassess his perception of what life has to offer.
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5 Levels of Pleasure
The Possible You
A dramatic life-transforming seminar that gives you Jewish tools to create a life you love.
Is There a God and What's the Difference?
The existence of God is a question that has baffled philosophers, theologians and others since time immemorial. This class will address the hard questions head-on. In particular, it will ask: Does God exist and if so how do we know? And what are the implications of having God in the world?
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Morality: Who Needs God?
The Seven Wonders of Jewish History
The Jewish People are an eternal riddle. How is it that Jews have survived longer than any group in the world and often under the worst of circumstances? Are they the Chosen People? And if so, why are they so hated? Are they worldly activists or scholarly "People of the Book?" The contradictions of Jewish history are the basis for an exhilarating edge-of-the-seat adventure.
The Seven Wonders of Jewish History
The Five Levels of Free Will
Free will is a concept pregnant with theological, philosophical and moral implications. A revolutionary insight of Torah Judaism is that free will is one's opportunity to choose to fulfill his potential. This class will not deal with the philosophical paradox of an all-knowing God and man's “seeming” independence. Rather, it will be presented from the perspective of “realistic perception;” that all of life is a series of choices. In particular, this class will map out the Torah system for choice, growth and spiritual fulfillment.
Free Will -- Our greatest power
Crash Course in Jewish History
From Abraham to Zionism, our remarkable crash course will steer you through 3,300 years of Jewish history. In just 3 hours, this is a fun and condensed look at the twists and turns of Jewish destiny you'll never forget.
Crash Course in Jewish History
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