JLI Fascinating Facts
 
  Wednesdays    Starting november 9
 

Whether you're a maverick, a trivia buff, or just looking to build a basic knowledge of your Judaism, we've got the course for you.

This November, we're offering a new six-week course in Jewish cultural literacy.

Guaranteed to enlighten even the most seasoned connoisseur of knowledge, this treasure trove of “who knew?” Jewish factoids spans a wide range of intriguing subjects.

The perfect course for every inquiring mind that wants to know, Fascinating Facts will put you at the center of the conversation as you show off your essential store of irresistible knowledge.

Tuesday, November 8. 2011, 7:15 PM - 8:30 PM
At the Chabad Jewish Center 699 Summit Boulevard in Frisco Columbine Center next to Kacey Furniture, Vail, CO 80443

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Wednesday, November 9. 2011, 7:15 PM - 8:30 PM
At the Inn at Riverwalk in Edwards 28 2nd St # 211 Edwards, Vail, CO 81632

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Fee: $80 (textbook included)
Couple: $136 (textbooks included)
 
  Overview   Fascinating Facts
Know Something About the Bible?
Is “an eye for an eye” meant to be taken literally? Was the fruit of the Tree of Knowledge an apple? Did the Jews actually cross the Red Sea? We leap beyond a Hebrew School comprehension of the Bible, as we explore the deeper significance of its stories and their profound lessons for life.
From Womb to Tomb
Why celebrate a bar or bat mitzvah? What’s with breaking glass under the wedding canopy? Peppered with astounding insights along the way, we’ll journey from birth through burial, infusing meaning and relevance into the customs and traditions of the Jewish life cycle.
Angels, Blessings, and Evil Eyes
What is the evil eye? How does it work? Are we accompanied by guardian angels? Do they have wings? Join us as we enter the hidden world of the occult and investigate the fascinating interaction between matter and spirit.
Foods and Feasts
Ever wondered what it is about Jews and food? What makes food kosher? Why is pork considered the quintessential non-kosher chow? With tasty surprises along the way, we’ll learn a thing or two about Jewish diet in this mouth-watering, eye-opening session.
It’s All Hebrew to Me
From abracadabra to kippa and Yom Kippur, this lesson dives beyond semantics into the depths of Hebrew etymology. We’ll uncover insights into seemingly arbitrary Hebrew names, and discover words that offer perspective into the heart of key Jewish concepts.
Myths, Misconceptions, and Urban Legends
Sometimes the truth can be stranger than fiction. Do Jews believe in Satan? Can a Jew convert out of the faith? Peering into a world of untold mystery, we’ll explore common Jewish myths rooted in non-Jewish beliefs, everything from the bizarre to the downright outrageous.