Crown Heights to Join Worldwide Release of “The Land and The Spirit”

CROWN HEIGHTS, Brooklyn [CHI] — This November, the Rohr Jewish Learning Institute will unveil an intriguing new course at over 250 affiliates across the globe. Unlike other courses that are concerned primarily with the modern State of Israel or its ancient history, The Land and The Spirit focuses on the mystery of the deep bond so many people feel for the land of Israel.

The Land and The Spirit provides students with an explanation for the central role the Holy Land plays in the Jews’ mission throughout history. The course explains what it means for a land to be holy, and the implications this has for the people living within that land. The Land and The Spirit also explores the relationship that Jews in the Diaspora maintain with Israel despite their place of residence.

For the first time, JLI courses will be offered for both Men and Women in Crown Heights.

Mrs. Shimona Tzukernik will teach the six week course to women on Tuesday evenings from 8:30pm to 10:00 pm beginning 18 Cheshvan, October 30th. For pricing, information or to register call 718-773-2147

Men’s classes will be taught by Rabbi Levi Kaplan at the Levi Yitzchok Library Monday evenings from 8:15pm to 9:45pm beginning on 17 Cheshvan/October 29th. For pricing, information or to register for the Men’s classes, call 718-877-3528.

More information and registration is also available online at www.myjli.com.

Whatever their political bent, people all across the globe have an opinion about Israel, positive or negative,” says Rabbi Kaplan. “Whether they feel hope or despair, pride or concern, people care about Israel. By probing the spiritual connection Jews have with the Holy Land, we hope our students will come away with an appreciation for why Israel matters.”