The Jerusalem Learning Exchange
The Jerusalem Learning Exchange sponsored by Ohr Somayach Institutions is a resource
center for the Jewish university student who is looking for an informal and warm setting
to strengthen his understanding of his rich and unique heritage. Offered at the center are
One-on-One learning sessions, Lunch & Learn lectures and discussions and Special
Events. They are available for you. Take the opportunity to open new vistas, get to know
your land, people and nationhood... and capture the spirit.
One on One | Lunch & Learn | Special
Events | Map | Rave Reviews
Individualized study with some of Israel's top teachers.
Explore Jewish texts in an intimate and relaxed setting.
Teachers available in any and all of the following topics:
- Individualized study with talented and caring teachers.
- Geared to your schedule.
- Explore Jewish texts in an informal setting.
- You choose the topic of interest: Jewish Philosophy; Halacha (Jewish Law); Prayer; The Talmud; Ethics & Morals; Relationships; the Tanach ( Torah & the Prophets) and more....
- Lectures and discussions on contemporary issues.
- Lively, thought-provoking round table talks.
- Join us for a hot lunch at 1:00 pm.
10am - 12 Rabbi Dr. David Gottlieb, Former Prof. of Philosophy, John Hopkins University on
- Free Will vs. Determinism
- Why Bad Things Happen to Good People
- Belief in God
12noon - 1pm Rabbi Dr. Akiva Tatz, MD and renowned author on:
- Jewish Mysticism & Metaphysics
- Does Prayer Work?
- Inner Spiritual Growth
- Hidden Meaning Behind the Holidays
- Jewish Medical Ethics
- Pre-Rosh Hashanah Study Seminar
- Succot Experience
- Chanukah Celebrations
- Shabbatonim & Shabbat Tours of Mea Shearim
- Purim Extravaganza
- Pre-Pesach Study Seminar
- Lag B’Omer Outing to the Galil
- Shavuot All-Nighter
- Nightly lectures and discussion groups
Ohr Somayach is located near Mount Scopus at 22 Shimon Hatzadik
Street, Maalot Daphna, Jerusalem
Buses: 4, 41, 22, 13
- "The most valuable experience of my year abroad."
Jeff, UC Berkeley
- "I have learned much more about my heritage and what is expected of me as a
Jew."
Joshua, Colgate University
- "I have grown through my learning experience and I am seriously considering
returning to Israel after my graduation."
Ben, University of Indiana
For Information contact Rabbi Yaakov Lubow or Jeremy Finn or call in Israel (02) 581-0315
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