Celebrate the launch of The Mishna as Rebbi's Creation by Rabbi Dov Berkovits, co-published by Pardes, with a meaningful day of learning, discussion, and community.
Join us on February 4, 2025, at Pardes in Jerusalem, for a day of engaging Torah study: featuring a thought-provoking panel discussion with beloved Pardes faculty, moderated by Rabbi Rahel Berkovits, and a delicious community lunch. These cherished faculty have shaped the Pardes experience for generations. Don't miss this chance to learn with them!
Schedule:
11:45 AM – 1:15 PM: Panel
Panelists:
Professor Yair Furstenberg –Talmud Department, Hebrew University Jerusalem
Rabbi Dr. Avi Walfish – Retired, Talmud Department, Herzog College, Michlalah College Jerusalem, Bar Ilan University (formerly Pardes faculty)
Rabbi Meir Schweiger – Retired, Mashgiah Ruhani and Rosh Beit Midrash at Pardes for many years.
Rabbi Dov Berkovits, former director of Pardes and faculty chairman, author of "The Mishna as Rebbi's Creation: A Conceptual Study of the Levels of Meaning in the Editing of the Mishnah"
1:15 PM: Minha
1:30 PM: Community lunch and Alumni Reunion
The general public is also invited to the morning Mishnah class (open to all levels) preparing the chapter of Mishnah that we will be studying together from 9:00-11:30am.
Fee: 100 NIS (includes lunch and 50 NIS credit toward the purchase of the book).
Reconnect & Rekindle
Catch up with old friends and soak in the Pardes vibe with a day of Torah and good company. It’s the perfect chance to reconnect with fellow alumni and relive the magic of learning together! In addition to the panelists and regular faculty, veteran faculty including Aryeh Ben David and Walter Herzberg will be joining us.
Space is limited. Reserve your spot today!