Taught by Rabbi Fishman along with the Shaar's clergy team, "Essentials of Judaism" is open to everyone. Together we approach Judaism as adults studying and discussing ways to find meaning for ourselves in ancient texts and practices. Over the course of this year we will explore the essential aspects of Jewish life.

October 24 - What are Jewish Values? Taught by Rabbi Mark Fishman

October 31 - What are the 10 Commandments? Taught by Rabbi Mark Fishman

November 7 - The 70 Faces of the Torah - Where? What? Why? - Taught by Rabbi Adam Scheier

December 5 -  Shamor v'Zachor: Shabbat Rest as Jewish Obligation or as World ViewTaught by Rabba Briah Cahana

Tuesday February 6 - What is Jewish Law? Taught by Rabbi Mark Fishman