Unlike many of the other South American countries, the Brazilian Jewish community did not experience anti-Semitism. In this session we will explore the fascinating history of the Brazilian Jews looking at the different waves of Jewish immigration. Are Jews still welcome? Do they feel safe? What does the future look like?
Topic: Lessons learned as a Camp Director and how it impacts the future of Jewish America. Rabbi Joel Seltzer is JTS’s Vice Chancellor for Institutional Advancement. He’s an ordained Rabbi with 15 years of philanthropic experience and serves on the Siddur Lev Shalem Editorial Committee.
Join your Kehillah (congregation) for services and dinner as we unite in prayer and hope.
Why do Israelis go bike riding on Yom Kippur? How did Jerusalem's stray cat problem spur religious debate? And why are Israelis so blunt, even when the truth hurts? From shomer Shabbos car insurance policies and ancient marriage laws to Arab Israeli stand-up comedy and LGBTQ activism in the IDF, Israel 201 goes beyond an introductory
"101" course to show you the magic, mystery, and, yes, chaos, of one of the most fascinating and least understood countries on earth.
