Leading a Post-October 7th Seder – The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh

Leading a Post-October 7th Seder – The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh

A Conversation with Holocaust Survivor Albert Farhy

The first of our "Elizabeth Sylvian Memorial Lectures," which address issues related to the Holocaust, including lessons still to be learned and implications for the 21st century. This program also marks the 85th anniversary of Kristallnacht, the "night of broken glass," the organized pogrom against Jews in Nazi Germany.

Continuing Legal Education: The Nuremberg Laws Led to Kristallnacht

Eighty-five years have passed since November 9, 1938 – Kristallnacht. On the 85th commemoration, it is important to explore the role that the law played in setting the scene for that terrible night. How did the Nuremberg laws lead to Kristallnacht and the Holocaust that followed? What does that tell us about the power of the law?

Jewish Federation Adult Learning Series: Torah 2

Understanding the Torah and what it asks of us is perhaps one of the most important things that a Jew can learn. In Torah 2, Rabbi Schiff will explore the second half of Leviticus and all of Numbers and Deuteronomy. This is a great opportunity to get a systematic understanding of Judaism’s foundational text.

Jewish Federation Adult Learning Series: The God Class

The discussion of Jewish views of God and how they’ve developed through the ages. This course, led by Rabbi Schiff, is going to examine deeply what it means to relate to God.

Jewish Federation Adult Learning Series: Ethics and Crossroads

How do Jewish teachings shed light on contemporary issues such as the environment, inter-personal relationships, end-of-life decisions, and stem-cell research? This course explores the wisdom of rabbis and thinkers.