Stephen Wise Free Synagogue
SWFS
In the Passover Haggadah, we are told to “see ourselves in the Exodus from Egypt." Join Rabbi Neal Borovitz as we engage with some of the classic passages of the Haggadah, focusing on the themes of enslavement and liberation, and examine how they speak to the challenges facing us as Jews today. In this two-session […]
When it comes to Israel, it seems like everyone has a passionate opinion — but not everyone has the historical, theological and geopolitical context to backup their arguments and positions... And with anti-Israel rhetoric and activity on the rise — in our streets, in our workplaces and in our children's classrooms — it's more important […]
Are you curious about Judaism and eager to learn the basics? Join Judaism 101 with Rabbi Dalia Samansky to expand your knowledge! Designed for those who are new to Judaism or interested in joining the fold, this introductory class covers Jewish holidays, rituals, theology, sacred texts and more — all in an inclusive and welcoming […]
Spice up your Seder beyond just the brisket! Join Rabbis Samantha Natov and Rena Rifkin on Zoom as they guide you through the Haggadah, helping you spark meaningful conversations that will keep your family and guests fully captivated at the Passover table. RSVP This event is sponsored by the Membership Committee of Stephen Wise Free […]
Over a thousand shtetls, once bustling with Jewish life, dotted Eastern Europe's landscape. Today, not a single Jew remains... Join Barbara Kirshenblatt-Gimblett and Dr. Natalia Romik to learn about a new front in the fight against antisemitism in modern Poland, as they discuss how once-vibrant Jewish communities are remembered and contested today. How do the […]
The language of the ancient Israelites, Hebrew ceased to be spoken between 200–400 CE, in the aftermath of the Third Jewish Revolt against the Roman Empire — but its use continued in Jewish literature and liturgy for centuries. Much like the miracle of the modern state of Israel, Hebrew is one of the only true […]
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