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Exploring the Talmud as Philosophy – Adult Education with Rabbi Ira F. Stone

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Exploring the Talmud as Philosophy Starting at the beginning of the Talmud, the first chapter of Tractate Berachot, we will try to determine what philosophic questions the authors/editors of the Talmud were exploring and how and why the text came into being in such an idiosyncratic form. Tuition for BZBI members is $180, and the... Read More

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Zohar Study Group led by Rabbi David Greenstein

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Word by word, line by line, page by page, we follow the Zohar, the most precious book of Jewish mystical teachings, as it leads us along its paths of primordial wisdom. By turns profound, puzzling, shocking and amusing, the Zohar helps us, through our study and our open discussions, to taste of the Tree of Life. Our studies touch on... Read More

Center City Kehillah Shavuot: A Community Night of Jewish Learning

The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall, Philadelphia, PA

Stay up through sunrise with Center City Kehillah at the annual Shavuot Community Night of Jewish Learning! Enjoy an evening filled with discourse, community, and delicious dairy foods. The event will span from Thursday, May 25 at 6:30 PM until Friday, May 26 at 8:00 AM. The all night learning event will take place at... Read More

Monday Morning Minyan (Memorial Day)

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On Monday, May 29, Minyan will start at 9:00 AM, so you can sleep in and daven refreshed. There will be nosh, compliments of Sheryl and Seth Gross. This will be a Potluck Minyan, pick a prayer you've always wanted to lead and it's yours. No audition necessary. Dress is extremely casual.

BZBI Singing Group

BZBI Sanctuary

Do you love to sing? Join BZBI's Singing Group!  The last meeting of the season will be May 31, and singing group will continue again in the fall. This group is mask-optional. Please contact Liat with any questions, or to let her know you will be attending. We look forward to singing with you here!

First Fridays: Pride Kabbalat Shabbat & Dinner 

Kahaner Auditorium

Join us for our next installment of First Fridays honoring Pride month! As usual - the early dinner will begin at 5:00 PM, a spirited Kabbalat Shabbat Service will follow at 6:00 PM, and the late dinner will be at 7:15 PM.  Sign up today by clicking here.  More information will follow in the coming days.

Board Game Shabbat

Kahaner Auditorium

Join members of BZBI after Kiddush for Board Game Shabbat! Play some of your favorite games from Mahjongg to Wingspan. Feel free to bring your own Shabbat friendly game and Kosher snacks to share!  

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Mourning Midrash

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The fast days of the 17th of Tamuz and 9th of Av, and the mourning period between them, define the Jewish summer. In preparation for this time of reflection and national mourning, we will explore the opening section of Eikhah Rabbah, learning the hallmarks of midrashic style while also delving into some of Judaism's most important themes and... Read More

BZBI 2023 Annual Meeting

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All BZBI members are invited to the 2023 Annual Meeting. The meeting will be held online as a facilitated conversation via Zoom. We will elect trustees to fill the open seats on our board and thank outgoing board members. Our board will also provide a financial report on the state of our congregation and take questions... Read More