SHIUR in Israel
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About The Series
SHIUR Special Israel Related Programming
The people of Israel, both Jewish and Arab, are undergoing an unforeseen transformation in self-conception–both in relation to the world as well as reconceiving fundamental questions of Jewish & Israeli consciousness. Past political, religious, and social categories have become obsolete after October 7. Part of this process of reconfiguration involves reflection and engagement with ourselves and our history–and seeking out a new language and worldview that is contemporary to our times and needs.
We believe, now it is crucial to work on “internal defense” by engaging with intellectual and spiritual questions that shape our sense of what Israel stands for and what it means to be Jewish and or Israelis (this includes all Arab and non-Jewish inhabitants and citizens). Given the global nature of discourse about the War, we also feel it valuable to engage in discourse with our international community.
Our Israel program involves:
In Israel:
In-person SHIUR gatherings where Jews and Arabs, Israelis and foreigners, come together through text-based discourse. Thinking together, reading together, developing ideas and experiences together. We do this in meetings in art galleries and cultural spaces as well as Shabbat and Havdalah events.
SHIUR is partnering with existing organizations within Israel, focusing on coexistence projects between Jews and Arabs, as well as supplying urgent needs those in need due to the war.
In Europe and North America:
Regular in-person meet ups for the SHIUR community in Germany (Berlin, Munich), New York, Netherlands, London and Paris. The meetups are organized by community members.
Digital:
Virtual SHIUR where the global community explores through text and discourse the current situation. We believe that maintaining a direct connection across borders and cultures is vital.
To join private SHIUR community events in New York, Germany, Netherlands, London, and Paris contact us here.
To learn about our volunteer efforts in Israel contact us here.
New branch announcement
SHIUR - Mar Elias Educational Institutions Partnership
On June 2, 2024, in Ibillin, Galilee, a momentous occasion took place. Emeritus Archbishop Elias Chacour, the esteemed founder of Mar Elias Educational Institutions, graciously hosted a delegation led by SHIUR founder Micki Weinberg. This event marked the inauguration of a significant partnership between SHIUR and Mar Elias Educational Institutions. The partnership is dedicated to fostering Jewish-Arab coexistence through text-based discourse, a mission that holds immense importance in our shared community.
featured in the press
Our work was featured in Haaretz. You can download the full article in Hebrew here.
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