The goal of such a course would be to gain a deeper insight into the spiritual aspects of the rituals associated with traditional Judaism. Fluency in Hebrew will not be required. A basic overview of each holiday or celebration, including laws and customs, will be followed by a more in depth look at the mystical aspects of the celebrations and its relevance today. This course will do an in-depth study in one of the volumes of this great depository of Jewish law and culture. The class will cover a portion of text with commentary and practical application.
Texts are available in English.
Prior knowledge of some Hebrew is beneficial but not necessary. This course will conduct an in-depth study of the major philosophic work of the first Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi. There will be an informal audition for the course. Students must know or be in the process of learning how to read Hebrew. Together we will discuss what Jewish prayer and ritual might mean to us.