JPH 115- Jewish Mysticism & the Parsha

 

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This course gives students the opportunity to understand the esoteric, Kabbalistic meaning of the weekly Torah portion. After reviewing the basic story outline of that week’s Torah portion, students hone in on a few key points to take their understanding to a much deeper level. Through doing so, students gain relevant and meaningful lessons in their lives today.

 

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES:

• To know the story outline of the weekly Torah Portion

• To learn deeper Kabbalistic, Mystical meaning on the weekly portion

• To learn how to question the text and story for deeper meaning

• To have practical life lessons they can use on a daily basis

• To come up with their own life lessons as they explore the weekly Portion