Open Beit Midrash: What are the 613 Commandments?

Virtual

This class will delve into the 613 Commandments (mitzvot) in Judaism, which form the foundation of Jewish law and ethical practice. Students will study the origins, categorization and interpretations of those commandments, as outlined in the Torah and expanded upon by rabbinic scholars, and discuss the relevance and application of these mitzvot in contemporary life.

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Maggie Anton, author of the award-winning trilogy ‘Rashi’s Daughters,’ speaks about her new book ‘The Midwives’ Escape: Egypt to Jericho’ coming out in March 2025.