Course Description
In this course, the student and teacher will work in havruta to explore the three traditionally “female” mitzvot- their origins, evolution of observance throughout history and practical halacha- and how to shift these mitzvot into non-gendered observance that’s meaningful for all Jews.
This course is 1 credit towards smicha
What Students Will Learn
The history, halacha and observance surrounding the three traditionally “feminine” mitzvot, and discuss ways to shift these observances to non-gendered opportunities for the entire Jewish community.
Prerequisite Knowledge
Knowledge of basic Hebrew terms (for example: halacha, kashrut, shabbat) is helpful but not required.
Materials
Access to sefaria.org.
The educator will supply the required articles and pdfs.
Optional: if the student has access to a mikvah, kosher restaurant or caterer or similar Jewish communal resources, visits to those during the course would be great. If not, the educator will provide some video tours of locations in her locale.
Credits Earned
1 elective credit towards smicha
Meeting Time Availability & Course Price
Meeting Time Availability
Sunday after 12:00 PM ET
Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday between 7:00-10:00 PM ET
Other times might be available by request.
Course Price (USD)
$450
Payment Methods Accepted
Paypal, Venmo
Getting Started
Reach out to Rabbi Amanda Flaks by email: rabbiamandaflaks@gmail.com
Meet Your Instructor
Learning Verification
When you complete the havrutah, have your educator fill out the form below and give it back to you. Please provide the form to them if they do not already have it. Then upload the filled-out Brit Limmud to the quiz associated with this havrutah course.
