The spring semester of Temple Beth-El’s Tuesday Night Symposium will focus on the thought and works of Maimonides. The program begins Jan. 6 from 7-8:30 p.m. and runs through May 19. The 13-session course will be taught by Rabbi A. Brian Stoller.
The semester will explore the ideas and writings of Rabbi Moses ben Maimon (1138–1204), also known as Maimonides or Rambam, one of the most influential Jewish scholars in history.
Attendees will study several of his major works, including “The Thirteen Principles of Jewish Faith,” the “Mishneh Torah,” “The Guide of the Perplexed,” and letters addressing apostasy and conversion. Participants will also be invited to read additional materials outside of class to deepen their understanding. Occasional guest lectures will supplement discussions.
Stoller is currently leading this fall’s Tuesday Night Symposium on the history of antisemitism.
“Participants have been raving about what an amazing teacher he is and how thorough the course material has been,” a library representative said.
Because the fall session filled quickly, organizers expect high demand for the spring course as well. Registration is open through Friday, Dec. 12, at tinyurl.com/TBESymposium.
Early-bird pricing for members is $50 for all 13 sessions; nonmembers pay $100. After Dec. 12, the cost increases to $100 for members and $150 for nonmembers.
Participants may attend in person or via Zoom. Registrants will receive the Zoom link prior to the first session.
Temple Beth-El, the peninsula’s oldest synagogue, is located at 5 Old Mill Road and has served the community for nearly a century. For more information, visit tbegreatneck.org, call 516-487-0900, or email info@tbegreatneck.org.
