Better Late Than Never: Dirshuni - Israeli Women's Midrash, and the Missing Half of the Jewish Bookshelf - Event

Better Late Than Never: Dirshuni - Israeli Women's Midrash, and the Missing Half of the Jewish Bookshelf

Sunday, October 23, 2022 • 28 Tishrei 5783

12:00 PM - 2:00 PMBeth El Temple

Thank you for joining us for our fantastic event with Tamar Biala on Sunday, October 23rd!

Ready for more? Special Class Series in November!

Rabbi Zerin leads a three-session class on the new book, Dirshuni - Contemporary Women's Midrash, a first-ever English edition of a historic collection of midrashim composed by Israeli women. The women writers, from all denominations and beyond, of all political stripes and ethnic backgrounds, express their religious and moral thought and experience through innovative interpretations of scripture. Each session includes dinner and is co-sponsored by Women's Network and the Israel Engagement Committee. The sessions are free for Beth El members and $18/class for non-members.

Looking for a copy of the book? We are unable to offer copies, but you can purchase a hardcover or kindle version at Amazon or Barnes & Noble.

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RSVP for the Introductory Session and Class Series

You are invited to join us for all four sessions, or for any session for which you are available.

Following the presentation on Sunday, October 23, a light luncheon will be served to attendees, provided by Women's Network and the Israel Engagement Committee. (Free for Beth El members, $18 for all others.)

Three follow-up classes, to be taught by Rabbi Zerin, are scheduled for November 2, 9, and 16, immediately following minyan, and we will provide a light dinner for attendees. (Free for Beth El members, $18 per class for all others.)

* NON-MEMBERS: Which session(s) will you attend?

Sunday, October 23 - Introductory SessionWednesday, November 2 - First ClassWednesday, November 9 - Second ClassWednesday, November 16 - Third Class

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