A Skirball Academy Class
Martin Kaufman
How to Read The Guide for the Perplexed
(Virtual)
The most influential work of Jewish thought over the past 1,000 years, Maimonides’ Guide is also one of the most difficult to understand; its intentionally “concealed” esoteric format employs a classic literary style that weaves complex layers of meaning into a daring interpretation of the Bible. This class will introduce you to the literary masterwork through in-depth textual study and provide you insights into Maimonides as a man.
Tuesdays, 6:30 – 8:00 PM
October 17, 24, 31, November 7, 14, 21.
$180, $120 Temple Emanu-El members
Free for Friends of Streicker
Martin Kaufman is a Yeshiva University–educated global consultant within the financial and natural resource sectors. He has lectured extensively in adult education programs in the New York area and has taught at the Skirball Academy for many years.
Tuesdays, 6:30 – 8:00 PM
October 17, 24, 31, November 7, 14, 21.
$180, $120 Temple Emanu-El members
Free for Friends of Streicker
The most influential work of Jewish thought over the past 1,000 years, Maimonides’ Guide is also one of the most difficult to understand; its intentionally “concealed” esoteric format employs a classic literary style that weaves complex layers of meaning into a daring interpretation of the Bible. This class will introduce you to the literary masterwork through in-depth textual study and provide you insights into Maimonides as a man.
Martin Kaufman is a Yeshiva University–educated global consultant within the financial and natural resource sectors. He has lectured extensively in adult education programs in the New York area and has taught at the Skirball Academy for many years.