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Course Overview


Jewpernatural: Signs, spirits and superstition in Jewish belief

As we understand the natural world better, we have only grown more fascinated by mysterious topics like the meaning of dreams; the existence of angels, demons, and extraterrestrials; and the power of the evil eye. With record interest inspiring curiosity, dread, and mockery, this course probes the Talmud, Jewish philosophy, and kabbalah to provide Jewish perspectives and guidance for those curious about these perennial questions.
 

Lesson Outline

 

— 01
Dreams & Direction

When should we follow our dreams, and when do we say it’s “just a dream”? Let’s explore where inspiration from a lifelike dream can take us. Plus: a time-honored Jewish routine for keeping nightmares at bay.

 

— 02
Stars & Signs

Judaism insists we can always influence our destiny for the better. Yet, the popular “Mazel tov” wish literally means “good astrology”! What role does destiny play in a tradition that believes humans have free choice?

 

— 03
Jinx & The Evil Eye

Can telling someone about my good fortune make it go bad? Can their jealousy create problems for my success? It may sound superstitious, but in Jewish thought, there’s a logical reason to be concerned about “the Evil Eye,” and there’s a practical way to ward it off.

 

— 04
Para & Normal

Most people believe in some version of a soul. Do souls continue to exist after death? Can they see us? In this lesson, we will explore what we know about angels, spirits, and extraterrestrial life for insights into our own soul’s nature.

 
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  • About
  • Programs
    • Sound Track
    • Men's Tefillin Club
    • Adult Education >
      • Jewpernatural
      • Torah Class >
        • JLI Zoom LInk
    • Hebrew School
    • Shabbat Services
  • Photos
    • Lag Baomer 5783
    • Purim in the Shtetl
    • Lag Baomer 5782
    • Emoji Purim
    • Torah Completion
    • Chanukah 5782
    • Sukkot 5782
    • Sukkah Mobile 5782
    • Yisroel's Upshernish
    • Beginning of a New Torah Gallery
    • Purim 2021
    • Subs & Soups in the Sukkah 5781
    • Sukkah Mobile
    • Rosh Hashanah To Go
    • Rosh Hashanah Fair
    • Purim in Israel
    • Chanukah 5780
    • Chanukah in Courtenay
    • Menorah Workshop- HD
    • Subs & Soups in the Sukkah
    • Lag Baomer BBQ 5779
    • Mussia's 3rd candle lighting
    • Purim in Italy
    • Chanukah 5779
    • Chanukah Story Time
    • Jewish Women's Circle >
      • JWC- Babka Bake
      • JWC- Salad Spectacular 2
      • JWC- Latkes & Lights
      • JWC Rosh Hashanah Ready
      • JWC Decor & Desserts
      • Pre Purim JWC
      • JWC Succulents & Smoothies
      • JWC- Spoonful of Creativity
      • JWC - Pre Rosh Hashana Challah Bake
      • JWC- Cheesecake Bake
      • JWC- Craft Night
      • JWC- Paint Night
      • JWC- Lots of Latkes
      • JWC Candle Creations
      • JWC- Floral Arrangements
      • JWC- Salad Spectacular
      • Menorahs and Martinis Pictures
      • JWC Challah Bake
      • Rosh Hashanah Pottery Workshop
      • JWC Hamentash Bake
      • JWC- Edible Arrangements
      • JWC- Miracle of oil
    • Arik's Sukkot Bris
    • Shofar Factory
    • Lag Baomer BBQ 5778
    • Purim in China pictures
    • Chanukah 5778/2017
    • Home Depot Menorah Workshop
    • Subs in the Sukkah
    • R' Friedman Lecture
    • CHS Celebration
    • Lag Baomer BBQ 5777
    • Purim in Mexico
    • Levi's Upshernish
    • Soup in the Sukkah
    • Sukkah Mobile
    • Community BBQ
    • Lag B'omer
    • Purim Party 2016
    • Mommy & Me
    • Chanukah Teen Party
  • Contact
  • Partner
    • Donate
    • Memorial Wall