ILCulture5 days ago

2,000 Years of Jewish Argument, Meet 250 Years of America - Sponsored Content

The article introduces faculty members of the Pardes Institute, highlighting their roles in teaching Jewish texts, spirituality, and education. It mentions Rabbi Rahel Berkovits, Yiscah Smith, Dr. David I. Bernstein, and Leah Rosenthal, along with their areas of expertise.

Meet the Faculty

Rabbi Rahel Berkovits Senior faculty member at Pardes, Rabbi Berkovits has taught Mishnah, Talmud, and halakha for over two decades. She is a leading voice on women and Jewish law and lectures widely in Israel and internationally.

Yiscah Smith A Pardes faculty member and spiritual educator, Yiscah teaches Jewish contemplative practice and spiritual texts. She is also a mentor and meditation guide, known for helping students connect Jewish tradition with personal spiritual growth.

Dr. David I. Bernstein Dean Emeritus of the Pardes Institute, Dr. Bernstein led the institution for over two decades. A scholar of Jewish education, he has played a central role in shaping Pardes’s approach to rigorous, open, and pluralistic learning.

Leah Rosenthal A member of the Pardes faculty, Leah Rosenthal is a Talmud scholar and educator who specializes in close textual analysis and cultivating critical, discussion-based learning in the Beit Midrash.

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The Times of IsraelIndependentCenter5 days ago

2,000 Years of Jewish Argument, Meet 250 Years of America - Sponsored Content

Bias read (Center): The article provides factual information about academic staff at a religious educational institution without taking a stance or showing bias. It focuses on introducing individuals and their professional backgrounds without any ideological framing.