At present, about 1500 Dafyomi learners from over 30 countries regularly receive the Kollel's mailings through e-mail and pass them out to others in Dafyomi classes. MA'AYAN is the Hebrew word for wellspring, recalling the lyrical metaphor of Torah as the spring from which knowledge flows. Ma'ayan is also a Hebrew acronym for Machon Iyun le-Nashim, a Torah Studies Initiative for Women. Ma'ayan strives to nourish the spirit and the intellect in a nuturing and inclusive atmosphere, where all women are welcome to come and further their Jewish learning. In addition to weekly classes in Tanakh, Mishnah, Talmud, Jewish thought, and liturgy Ma'ayan also offers occasional seminars and Yemei Iyun, Days of Learning, which are open to the entire community.
Opportunities are available for students at varied levels.
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