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January 30, 2025

In these uncertain days, as we celebrate the return of some of our hostages while we wait with bated breath for others, the Masorti world is coming together to read one psalm a day in order to pray for their safe return. Join us to receive a weekly email with the psalm for each day and a kavana (intention).

DIGITAL REVELATIONS: JEWISH TEXT IN THE 21ST CENTURY

ONLINE | MONDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 1:00–2:00 P.M. ET

How is the revolution in information technologies affecting our Torah in the classroom, in The JTS Library, and beyond? Dr. David Kraemer explores this topic in the first session of our winter learning series.

BETWEEN THE LINES: THE KEEPER OF STORIES

JTS | THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 7:00 P.M.

Next week, hear from author Caroline Kusin Pritchard and illustrator Selina Alko. Their picture book tells the true story of the fire that broke out in The JTS Library in 1966 and how the neighborhood came together to support them.

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JTS Rabbinic Convocation 2025

LIVESTREAM | MONDAY, MARCH 3, 3:30 P.M. ET

Celebrate the rabbis receiving honorary Doctor of Divinity degrees at a special convocation ceremony. Join us virtually!

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PROZDOR TEEN LEARNING: UPCOMING SESSION IN BROOKLYN AND WASHINGTON HEIGHTS

BROOKLYN AND WASHINGTON HEIGHTS | MONDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 6:00 P.M. AND TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 6:30 P.M.

Next Monday and Tuesday, join other 8th–12th graders for a vibrant discussion on the topic "The Incredible Expanding Circle of the Jewish People: Jews Recognizing and Supporting the Marginalized in Their Communities."

ILLUMINATING SACRED TEXT: CONTEMPORARY JEWISH BOOK ARTISTS AND THEIR WORK

JTS | EXHIBIT EXTENDED THROUGH FEBRUARY 23

Learn about the history of sacred texts and how contemporary Jewish artists have embraced the challenge of bringing new life into an ancient practice.

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SPOTS STILL OPEN IN BIBLICAL HEBREW IV: ADVANCED READING SEMINAR

ONLINE | NINE THURSDAYS: FEBRUARY 20, 27; MARCH 6, 13, 20, 27; APRIL 3, 24; MAY 1, 2:00–3:30 P.M. ET

Delve into the story of Zerubabbel in the original Hebrew. Focus on the most difficult words and explore multiple options for translation and interpretation.

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In Case You Missed It

The John Leopold and Martha Dellheim Senior Recital 2025

H. L. Miller Cantorial School students performed for a packed house at the annual John Leopold and Martha Dellheim Senior Recital. Their performances included liturgy, klezmer, musical theatre, and original work.

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News

RABBI STEPHANIE RUSKAY APPEARS ON WNBC

Rabbi Stephanie Ruskay, associate dean of The Rabbinical School and executive director of The JTS Hendel Center for Ethics and Justice, joined interfaith leaders to support and protect migrants.

Watch now on WNBC →

LIST COLLEGE ALUM WINS NATIONAL JEWISH BOOK AWARD IN THE FOOD WRITING & COOKBOOKS CATEGORY

Jordan D. Rosenblum's Forbidden: A 3,000-Year History of Jews and the Pig tells the surprising history of how the pig has influenced Jewish identity.

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RABBI (TO BE) LARA RODIN

Upon graduating from JTS this May, Rabbinical School student Lara Rodin will be the new assistant rabbi at the Beth Tzedec Synagogue in Toronto.

Read now in the Jewish Post and News →

Torah: Honoring Our Grief

Living a life filled with plagues can harden our hearts. Honoring our grief—and the grief of others—can soften them again.

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