 SINAI AND CIVICSHow Jewish values helped shape America's founding ideals In time for the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, this four-session course reflects on the Jewish ethics, ideas, and values that inspired and influenced America's foundersand that still shape our government and society today. Option One 4 Wednesdays, Sout Redondo Synagogue Instructor: Rabbi Mendel Mintz Students will recieve a video of each lesson in case they missed it. More Info info@jewishbeach.com ACCREDITATION This course will satisfy the continuing education (CLE) requirements of lawyers and legal professionals. 
1/ The Foundations of the Covenant From the Pilgrims on, Americaâs founders drew inspiration from the Hebrew Bible. America was founded, not by conquest, but by a shared promiseâa covenant. See how these factors helped make America the most welcoming nation for Jews in our long Diaspora. 
2/ The Roots of Equality It wasnât always self-evident that all people are created equal. So why did the founders think it was? Discover the story of this foundational American and Jewish value. 
3/ In G-d We Trust What is âThe American Dreamâ? Discover the surprising story of how a Biblical concept came to shape Americaâs ideal of equal opportunity and mass prosperity. 
4/ The Separation of Powers Three branches of government. The separation of church and state. See how Americaâs system parallels the Torahâs ancient division of powersâand how they each understand the role morality plays in the public square. |