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New: Download Rabbi Buchwald's Introduction to Bible Lectures

Beginners Classes & Programs
5768/ 2007-2008

Introduction to Bible
Rabbi Ephraim Z. Buchwald

Term 2
Look for Term 2 in Spring 2009: An in-depth study and analysis of the Decalogue (the Ten Commandments) and other basic biblical texts. The religious signifcance of the Bible, scriptural exegesis and the relationship of the written and oral law will be discussed and analyzed.

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Offered Annually in Feb/Mar
6:30-8PM 8 Sessions




* Class is free for LSS members
$90 for non-members

Term 1
Look for Term 1 in Oct/Nov 2008 !: This course provides a general overview of the content and style of the Bible. We will review basic literary and theological approaches to Bible study, traditional and modern, through the analysis of the Biblical text

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Term 1 offered annually in Oct/Nov
6:30-8PM   8 Sessions

New: Download Rabbi Buchwald's Introduction to Bible Lectures

An intimate discussion group for Beginners and former-Beginners, devoted to specific topics and/or issues that affect the lives of those who wish to grow in their religious knowledge and/or observance. Refreshments served.

Monday Dec 1, 2008, Monday March 2, 2009, Monday May 4, 2009
Call to confirm

Chavruta (Partner) Study Program

For thousands of years, the People of the Book have enriched their study experiences by employing the Chavruta or partner learning system. Join us to study the topic of your choice – Talmud, Bible, Philosophy... No background necessary. Bring your own partner or let us find one for you. Please call the LSS office at 212-874-6105 x 227 and speak to Rabbi Robinson to request a partner and to schedule a study time.

Free

Hebrew Reading Crash Course, Level I

Learn to read Hebrew in just five weeks. Learn the entire Hebrew alphabet and vowels. Don't put it off until next year!!! Co-sponsored by the National Jewish Outreach Program.

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Monday August 11 2008

6:30 P.M.

Free
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One Day Review

The One Day Review is designed to help HRCC grads brush up on their skills.
This single session course reviews the letters, vowels and words learned
in the Level I HRCC.

Date TBA
Free

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Hebrew Reading Crash Course, Level II

Level II is a five session follow-up class to the introductory Hebrew Reading Crash Course, for participants who wish to advance their Hebrew reading and comprehension skills.

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Monday August 11 2008
6:30 P.M.
Free

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Turn Friday Night into Shabbat/Shabbat Across America

This acclaimed introduction to the Friday night Shabbat experience has provided tens of thousands with their first taste of Shabbat. It includes a full Shabbat meal together with song and dance and good discussion. Part of the national program sponsored by the National Jewish Outreach Program.

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March 20, 2009

Shabbat and Holiday Programs

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Shabbat Morning Services for Beginners
Rabbi Ephraim Buchwald

Imagine a Sabbath service designed for people who know little or nothing about Jewish prayer. That's what the Beginners Service is all about ... anxiety-free "No Hebrew Necessary" prayer experience that will keep you looking forward to Saturday mornings. Open, honest discussions provide the opportunity to consider the questions you have always had about being Jewish. And there's nothing more comforting than knowing that everyone at the Beginners Service is a "Beginner."

Saturday, every Shabbat (except Jewish holidays)
9:15am-Noon Free

Parashat HaShavuah
Rabbi Samson Raphael Hirsch
Bible Class
Rabbi Ephraim Buchwald

An animated and hopefully insightful exposition of a cogent lesson in the weekly Torah portion.
Class meets every Shabbat and most holidays

Saturday
Free
45 minutes before Mincha (Saturday afternoon service) during Standard Time.
1 hour before Mincha during Daylight Savings Time.

Shabbat Luncheons for Beginners
Rabbi Ephraim Z. Buchwald

Follow-up the Beginners Service with an extra treat at special Shabbat Beginners luncheons. Shabbat rituals and traditions are explained and taught. Divrei Torah messages are shared and traditional and modern zmirot are sung.

View the Sept. 8, 2007 Flyer - First Call!

View the June 7, 2008 Flyer - Last Call!

Sat Sept 6, 2008, Sat November 1, 2008, Sat Dec 6, 2008, Sat. January 3, 2009, Sat February 7, 2009,
Sat March 7, 2009, Sat May 2, 2009, Sat June 6, 2009

$20 per person for lunch.

Call to confirm. Payable no later than Tuesday prior to the luncheon.

Beginners Shabbaton

Experience a joyous, full Shabbat together with the rabbis and cantor of Lincoln Square. Intended for participants in LSS Beginners programs. Includes Friday night & Shabbat dinners and exciting classes with LSS rabbis and teachers

Passover 2009 Shabbaton
Fri-Sat April 3-4

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Chanukah 2009 Shabbaton
Fri-Sat Dec 19-20 2008

Offered before Chanukah and Passover
Click to see the 2007 Chanukah Shabbaton Flyer

Limited to 30 recent Beginners
Reservations required; $40