Downtown Lunch and Learn | Reading Jonah Backward | Rabbi Hirsch

KMK Law One East Fourth St (4th & Vine), 14th Floor, Cincinnati

Tradition has it that we read the Book of Jonah on Yom Kippur afternoon because its message strengthens the worshiper's sense of repentance, helping everyone toward the finish line after a very long day. The trouble is, the Book of Jonah’s lesson can be enigmatic. As we prepare for the High Holy Days , join [...]

Downtown Lunch & Learn | What’s the Deal with Jews & Halloween? | Rabbi Goodman

KMK Law One East Fourth St (4th & Vine), 14th Floor, Cincinnati

In this class, we will journey through the history, folklore, and contemporary customs of Halloween; unraveling the diverse ways in which Jewish communities engage with the popular Western holiday. From discussing the origins of Halloween to exploring Jewish perspectives on themes like death, remembrance, and festive celebration, this class offers a unique lens through which [...]

Downtown Lunch and Learn | Dissecting Anti-Semitism: Its Types, Origins, and Enduring Myths

KMK Law One East Fourth St (4th & Vine), 14th Floor, Cincinnati

Presented by: Rabbi Lewis Kamrass With the rise of anti-Semitism, Rabbi Kamrass will lead us to examine the different types of prejudice and hatred against Jews throughout history, how the different types were manifested, the source of their power in different circumstances and eras, as well as what is old and yet new in the [...]