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The First Two Books

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The Hebrew Bible is full of stories that have informed much of human existence for thousands of years. World-renowned Torah scholar, Rabbi David Silber, has dedicated his life to teaching people to read and understand these stories for themselves. The first two books of the Tanakh, Genesis and Exodus, in many ways can be viewed as one unit, filled with lessons about what it means to be human, to be with other people, and to seek closeness to the Divine. Join us for a line-by-line close-reading of the text from the call of one man to the work of a nation, from a ruptured paradise to a construct...

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Journey Through Genesis: ”Altar Ego” — Isaac, Abraham, and Sarah in the Biblical Narrative (2/5) 17.10.2023 1:20:36

This series offers an analysis of the roles Isaac plays in the Torah, including the Akeidah. It offers a close reading of the text and an examination of the understandings of Isaac through the prism of rabbinic sources. Taught by Rabbi David Silber, this class was recorded live on April 18th, 2021 by The Drisha Institute for Jewish Education

Journey Through Genesis: ”Altar Ego” — Isaac, Abraham, and Sarah in the Biblical Narrative (1/5) 17.10.2023 1:17:53

This series offers an analysis of the roles Isaac plays in the Torah, including the Akeidah. It offers a close reading of the text and an examination of the understandings of Isaac through the prism of rabbinic sources. Taught by Rabbi David Silber, this class was recorded live on April 11th, 2021 by The Drisha Institute for Jewish Education

Journey Through Genesis: ”Your Name Shall Be Great” - The Abraham Narrative (16/16) 17.10.2023 1:15:51

The story of Abraham is one of the great foundational stories of the Bible. We will engage in a close reading of this great narrative and its various intertexts to uncover its central themes and how they engage their immediate context and beyond. A close reading of Genesis 16-25 will analyze Abraham’s journey as he aspires to fulfill his covenantal role as father of nations and father of Israel. T...

Journey Through Genesis: ”Your Name Shall Be Great” - The Abraham Narrative (15/16) 17.10.2023 1:20:26

Journey Through Genesis: ”Your Name Shall Be Great” - The Abraham Narrative (14/16) 17.10.2023 1:24:33

Journey Through Genesis: ”Your Name Shall Be Great” - The Abraham Narrative (13/16) 17.10.2023 1:17:52

Journey Through Genesis: ”Your Name Shall Be Great” - The Abraham Narrative (12/16) 17.10.2023 1:18:36

Journey Through Genesis: ”Your Name Shall Be Great” — The Abraham Narrative (11/16) 17.10.2023 1:15:55

Journey Through Genesis: ”Your Name Shall Be Great” - The Abraham Narrative (10/16) 17.10.2023 1:14:53

Journey Through Genesis: ”Your Name Shall Be Great” - The Abraham Narrative (9/16) 17.10.2023 1:02:19

The story of Abraham is one of the great foundational stories of the Bible. We will engage in a close reading of this great narrative and its various intertexts to uncover its central themes and how they engage their immediate context and beyond. Taught by Rabbi David Silber, this class was recorded live on December 20th, 2020 by The Drisha Institute for Jewish Education

Journey Through Genesis: ”Your Name Shall Be Great” - The Abraham Narrative (8/16) 17.10.2023 1:09:35

The story of Abraham is one of the great foundational stories of the Bible. We will engage in a close reading of this great narrative and its various intertexts to uncover its central themes and how they engage their immediate context and beyond. Taught by Rabbi David Silber, this class was recorded live on December 13th, 2020 by The Drisha Institute for Jewish Education

Journey Through Genesis:”Your Name Shall Be Great” - The Abraham Narrative (7/16) 17.10.2023 1:01:25

The story of Abraham is one of the great foundational stories of the Bible. We will engage in a close reading of this great narrative and its various intertexts to uncover its central themes and how they engage their immediate context and beyond. Taught by Rabbi David Silber, this class was recorded live on December 6th, 2020 by The Drisha Institute for Jewish Education

Journey Through Genesis: ”Your Name Shall Be Great” - The Abraham Narrative (6/16) 17.10.2023 1:07:41

The story of Abraham is one of the great foundational stories of the Bible. We will engage in a close reading of this great narrative and its various intertexts to uncover its central themes and how they engage their immediate context and beyond. Taught by Rabbi David Silber, this class was recorded live on November 22nd, 2020 by The Drisha Institute for Jewish Education

Journey Through Genesis: ”Your Name Shall Be Great” - The Abraham Narrative (5/16) 17.10.2023 1:05:05

The story of Abraham is one of the great foundational stories of the Bible. We will engage in a close reading of this great narrative and its various intertexts to uncover its central themes and how they engage their immediate context and beyond. Taught by Rabbi David Silber, this class was recorded live on November 15th, 2020 by The Drisha Institute for Jewish Education

Journey Through Genesis: ”Your Name Shall Be Great” - The Abraham Narrative (4/16) 17.10.2023 1:04:11

The story of Abraham is one of the great foundational stories of the Bible. We will engage in a close reading of this great narrative and its various intertexts to uncover its central themes and how they engage their immediate context and beyond. Taught by Rabbi David Silber, this class was recorded live on November 8th, 2020 by The Drisha Institute for Jewish Education

Journey Through Genesis: ”Your Name Shall Be Great” - The Abraham Narrative (3/16) 17.10.2023 1:16:29

The story of Abraham is one of the great foundational stories of the Bible. We will engage in a close reading of this great narrative and its various intertexts to uncover its central themes and how they engage their immediate context and beyond. Taught by Rabbi David Silber, this class was recorded live on November 1st, 2020 by The Drisha Institute for Jewish Education

Journey Through Genesis: ”Your Name Shall Be Great” The Abraham Narrative (2/16) 17.10.2023 1:10:30

The story of Abraham is one of the great foundational stories of the Bible. We will engage in a close reading of this great narrative and its various intertexts to uncover its central themes and how they engage their immediate context and beyond. Taught by Rabbi David Silber, this class was recorded live on October 25th, 2020 by The Drisha Institute for Jewish Education

Journey Through Genesis: ”Your Name Shall Be Great” - The Abraham Narrative (1/16) 16.10.2023 1:04:45

The story of Abraham is one of the great foundational stories of the Bible. We will engage in a close reading of this great narrative and its various intertexts to uncover its central themes and how they engage their immediate context and beyond. Taught by Rabbi David Silber, this class was recorded live on October 18, 2020 by The Drisha Institute for Jewish Education.