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Hebrew at Temple Emanu-El Registration (Fall 2025)

Join us for Hebrew Conversation and improve your speaking skills. This Fall Semester we will be offering 5 Hebrew Conversation Classes. (To register for the Beginner class, click here)

Days: Tuesdays (November 18, 25, December 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, and January 6)
Time: (see class description)
Location: In-person at Temple Emanu-El

• Beginner (5:00-5:45 PM, beginning November 4): Have you always wanted to read Hebrew or did you learn many years ago and need a refresher course? This course is an introduction to Hebrew. You will learn to read and write the Aleph Bet and practice some basic conversational Hebrew. (need to purchase a book) Taught by: Toby Liebowitz
• Introduction to Prayerbook Hebrew (6:00-7:00 PM): This engaging course offers a crash course on essential Sabbath prayers, exploring their rich Hebrew roots. By deepening your understanding of synagogue liturgy and rituals, you'll enhance your spiritual experience and foster a more meaningful connection to tradition. (need to purchase a book and a workbook) Taught by: Rabbi Daniel Kripper
• Advanced Beginners for Spoken Hebrew (6:00-7:00 PM): This course is offered to those who can read and write Hebrew and are interested in learning how to speak modern Hebrew in a warm and friendly atmosphere. Taught by: Janice Kaiden
• Intermediate (6:00-7:00 PM): If you can speak some basic Hebrew using the present and some past tense and are interested in improving your vocabulary and fluency, while having fun with fellow Hebrew speakers, this is the course for you! (need to purchase a book) Taught by: Toby Liebowitz
• Advanced (6:00-7:00 PM): This course is for you if you are looking for a fun setting to read and discuss essays, poetry, and music in Hebrew. You can suggest your own topics of interest as well. Taught by: Rita Braude