The Center of Jewish Life in Broward

By popular request, we are bringing back our weekly exploration of the mitzvot, one commandment at a time. We often translate mitzvot as “good deeds,” but they are much more than that: the 613 biblical commandments, each rooted in a verse of the Torah and developed through centuries of Jewish tradition. Guided by the 13th-century […] ...

Each week, we will enter the world of the Talmud through one story at a time. Our first guide will be Jeffrey Rubenstein’s wonderful book “How to Read a Talmudic Story”, which is recommended for students to buy but not required. Afterward, we will continue with other contemporary scholars who use literary criticism and Jewish […] ...

We are living during challenging times and it is easy to feel overwhelmed and hopeless. How do we move forward from disappointment and loss? How can we sure up our spirits when our lives seem to ebb and flow? Join Rabbi Amy Grossblatt Pessah as she guides us through traditional Jewish texts, along with teachings […] ...

Join us for an engaging and interactive beginners class in Hebrew! This course is designed for those with little to no prior knowledge of the Hebrew language. You will learn the basics of reading, writing and speaking Hebrew, including the alphabet, essential vocabulary and simple grammar. Whether you are interested in enhancing your cultural understanding […] ...

When we think of the women of the Bible, names like Sarah, Rebecca, Rachel, Leah, Miriam, Ruth and Esther often come to mind. But the Bible is filled with many other remarkable women whose stories are equally compelling, and whose lives still speak to us today. Join Dr. Sandra Lilienthal for an eight-session journey into […] ...

How did Jews choose leaders before there were elections? What made Moses, kings, prophets, rabbis and communal officials legitimate? Does authority come from God, heredity, scholarship, moral character, popular consent or simply from possessing power? Over 13 weeks, the class will examine competing Jewish models of leadership and place them in conversation with modern democracy. […] ...

Real Dilemmas. Honest Conversations. Jewish Insight. Life rarely presents us with easy answers. Every day we face questions about family, relationships, ethics, work, faith, aging, forgiveness, generosity and purpose. What would you do? Each week, we will begin with a real-life dilemma and invite everyone into the conversation. Together we will explore different perspectives before […] ...

Take your Hebrew journey to the next level with our Intermediate Hebrew class. Build upon your foundational language skills as we dive deeper into grammar, vocabulary and conversational nuances. Through engaging lessons and interactive activities, you will strengthen your reading, writing and speaking abilities. Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Hebrew language and gain […] ...

Join us for a journey that offers a deep dive into the mystical teachings of Kabbalah. Guided by Rabbi Gastón and Marcela Bogomolni, we will uncover the spiritual blueprint of the Tree of Life, explore the soul’s wisdom and discover how these ancient insights can enrich modern life. Register here. ...