The Center of Jewish Life in Broward

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 […] ...

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 […] ...

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 […] ...

An exploration of healing, resilience, forgiveness, gratitude, purpose and spiritual growth through the lens of the weekly Torah portion. Together, we will use each week’s parashat hashavua as a springboard for meaningful conversation, timeless Jewish wisdom and practical insights for living a richer, more intentional Jewish life. No prior Torah study experience is necessary. All […] ...

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. ...

Each week, we will enter the heart of the Torah through the eyes and stories of Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach, the singing rabbi whose teachings touched souls around the world. Together, we will explore how Rebbe Shlomo found love, hope and divine light in every parsha, uncovering messages of compassion, courage and faith that speak to […] ...

Sex has always been part of the Jewish conversation. From the passionate poetry of the Song of Songs to the practical guidance of the Talmud, Judaism approaches intimacy not as something to avoid, but as a sacred part of being human. In this engaging and thought-provoking class, we will explore what Jewish tradition teaches about […] ...

Looking for a meaningful Shabbat experience from home? Join Rabbi Mark Goldman for a warm, interactive and inspiring Shabbat morning experience featuring prayer, music, Torah conversation and meaningful connection, all from the comfort of your home. Soul and Scroll, where Shabbat feels like home, wherever you are. Click here for Zoom. Zoom password: 033402 ...