18/08/2026
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We are a collection of so many varieties
Pardes Institute of Jewish Studies
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Pardes is a co-ed, nondenominational, intergenerational, Jewish learning community. Our renowned faculty members affiliate with a range of communities.
Pardes is an open, co-ed and non-denominational Jewish learning community, based in Jerusalem and with programs worldwide. Students encounter and grapple with classic texts and traditions of Judaism, while exploring their relevance to today’s most pressing issues. Pardes empowers students with the knowledge and tools to take ownership of their Jewish experience. Diversity is at the core of Pardes
12/08/2026
In The Odyssey, the Greek idea of nostos, or “return home,” carries a striking resonance with teshuvah, the Jewish practice of return. Both journeys require us to confront what we would rather avoid and reckon with who we have become.
Rabbi Jess Minnen brings Homer into conversation with Jewish tradition, tracing a shared journey through wandering, darkness, self-examination, and the search for home.
What has your own journey taught you about return?
Read the full essay, “A Jewish Odyssey”
https://pardes.org.il/2026/08/a-jewish-odyssey/
11/08/2026
The coolest thing you can be? Curious.
About your tradition. About other people. About the person you’re still becoming.
Turns out, growth is kinda chic.
Community Announcements:
Mazal Tov to:
Alumna Rabbi Laura Gold (YP 95-96) Who is starting a three-year term on the National Board of Directors of NCJW (National Council of Jewish Women).
Tovah Leah Nachmani (Faculty) and husband Gabi on the birth of a granddaugher. Parents are Rachel and Mordechai Raz. Baby Raz is a sibling to Rotem and Ella.
Carrie Watkins (BMP 16-17, 20-21, 21-22, 22-23) and her husband Amir Aviram on the birth of their daughter.
Mazal Tov to Jaz Twersky (BMP 2024-5) and Noam Micarelli on their engagement
Mazal tov to Carrie Watkins (BMP 2020-22) and Amir Aviram on the birth of Alma Rose
Our condolences to our CDO Joe Nadis on the passing of his grandmother, Sarah Nadis z’l
05/08/2026
Our Amazing Alumni Julia Sabra & Amalia Zeitlin (Pardes ’24-’25 & ’25-’26) just released their first single, Min Hameitzar.
A song that came together while they where studying at Pardes.
“I wanted to be around peers who inspired me, who lit my soul up”
We are beyond proud to have such talented individuals as part of our community.
Check out the full song on Spotify: Min Hameitzar
04/08/2026
Consider this your warning…
Our Beit Midrash brings together Jews of different ages, backgrounds, denominations, genders and identities.
Women lead. LGBTQ+ Jews belong. Beginners are welcome. Difficult questions are encouraged. No topic is off limits.
Because Torah is stronger when more voices are part of the conversation.
Follow or unfollow accordingly.
03/08/2026
Pardes is always doing something fun and valuable!
Summer sips - a new topic and cocktail each week.
This week was: Halacha and Israeli Law: Friends or Foes?
02/08/2026
Interested in building a tailored part-time schedule, including morning skill-building opportunities and biweekly courses? Schedule a chat to create a customized learning plan.
Looking for something less intensive?
Join our elective courses that meet once weekly during afternoons and evenings.
https://pardes.org.il/elective-classes/
02/08/2026
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