Temple Beth Shalom 108 Freehold Road Manalapan, NJ 07726 732-446-1200

Ira J. Rothstein - Rabbi Ruth Katz Green - Cantor Richard Cohen - President Karen Ross - Executive Director Nancy Shechter - Ed. Dir. Melissa Kaplan - Youth Advisor

Adult Education

Our Adult Education Program encourages adult members to explore their Jewish heritage.  Adults who join the program find that new worlds open to them as they encounter Jewish language. Customs and history.  We have a wide variety of programs reflecting our belief that adults as well as children need to struggle and advance their Jewish knowledge and Jewish identity.

Here is a sample of the classes taught in our 2009-2010 Fall session of Adult Education.

Our 2009 -2010 Fall Adult Education program included:

THE PATH TO A GOOD LIFE

The book is called “The Path of the Just”. The Author is Moshe Luzzatto. He lived in the 18^th century and his book is considered to be a classic. In this fast paced 21^st century world of ours, does a voice from the 18^th century have anything of consequence to teach us? You will be amazed by his wisdom and eloquence. 2 Sections. There will be a total of 6 classes divided into 2 sections. You can jump in at any time. Section 1 is 10/20, 10/7, 11/10 and Section 2 is 11/17, 11/24, 12/1- All Tuesdays from 7:30PM to 8:15PM. Contact the office if you are interested in attending..

MYSTICISM AND MEDITATION

A time set aside for learning meaningful and probing Jewish texts.  Time will also be set aside for meditation and inner awareness.  If you are seeking refuge from the noise of everyday life, this will be a wonderful opportunity for inner reflection, learning and spiritual growth.  Monday's from 7:30PM to 8:30PM on   October 19, November 16, December 14, January 11, February 8, March 15, April 12, May 10   Instructor-Rabbi Ira Rothstein

Choir

Wednesday Evenings from 7:30PM to 9PM  Instructor-Cantor Ruth Katz Green.

Give yourself the gift of Hebrew

Sign up for our Hebrew Literacy Classes!  Come and learn-Make new friends.  Have a great time.  One course will be given in the evening and the other during the day.  Hebrew 1 is a crash course geared toward beginners.  Hebrew II is for those who have the basics of reading and want to learn the tunes for Shabbat Services.  Small classes and individual attention.  Instructors, Dates and Times to be determined

Torah Reading and Haftorah Reading for Adults

Learn to chant any Torah or Haftorah portion using the appropriate system of cantillation. Date and Time To Be Announced.  Instructor-Cantor Ruth Katz Green

How To Recite An Aliyah- Learn how to wear your tallit.

(Yes, there's a special way of putting your tallit on) and recite the appropriate blessing.  Learn the procedures followed on the Bimah and how to chant the Torah blessings. No Hebrew reading ability is needed.  Instructor, Dates and Times to be determined.

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