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Lifelong Jewish learning is a “mitzvah”.
TBI is proud to offer a myriad of learning opportunities for all age groups.
For Adults - Highlights
Lifelong Learning Program
Lifelong Jewish education and learning is a “mitzvah”.
TBI proudly offers a varity of education opportunities throughout the year. Topics include Torah study, Jewish news, history, Judaism into the future and more, often with esteemed guest educators!
Tuesdays at 7.30pm
“Introduction to Judaism” is a customised, year-long program of adult Jewish learning offered by TBI, to support individuals and families interested in deepening their knowledge and experience of Judaism.
Introduction to Judaism provides students from a variety of backgrounds and experiences with the chance to go beyond the text and enjoy a multi-disciplinary program that explores a broad range of themes.
Classroom sessions take place on Tuesdays 7.30-9.15pm, with each session featuring a uniquely designed lesson.
This introductory course provides a fascinating bird’s-eye view of Jewish history, thought, literature and practice.
Hebrew Course
TBI offers Hebrew classes for beginners through to advanced, with the Hebrew language course designed for English-speaking adults who primarily encounter the Hebrew language through Jewish religious life (prayers, Torah readings, the blessings and rituals of Jewish home observances, and words or phrases from Jewish culture).
For more info on intakes for Hebrew Beginner Classes Hebrew Intermediate Classes, contact us
Parashat HaShavua (Torah Study)
Saturdays, 9am
Parashat HaShavua is a study group led by one of the rabbis, focusing on the Torah portion of the week, with commentaries from Jewish tradition used to supplement learning and stimulate discussion. Join us as we bring Torah to life! No prior knowledge required.
This class is held both in person or online by clicking here.
For Youth & Young Families
Beit Sefer Chayim
Tuesdays 4.30pm at TBI
Our after-school education program for primary-school aged students in Prep to Grade 5 run jointly by Temple Beth Israel and Etz Chayim Progressive Synagogue. Learn the Jewish calendar, Torah, values, rituals, languages and more, through the teachings of Progressive Judaism.
For information and enrolments, click here.
B’nei Mitzvah Program
Tuesdays 4.30pm
(during school term)
Our program is the experiential, hands-on learning component of TBI’s B’nei mitzvah journey. Develop friendships and a sense of community within the B’nei mitzvah class, alongside important studies of T’filah, Text, Jewish Values, Culture and Social Action.
For information and enrolments, click here.
B’nei Mitzvah Resources
If there’s an upcoming bat mitzvah or bar bitzvah in your family, we’ve compiled a selection of resources for learning the chants and phrases, including audio and video examples from Cantor Michel Laloum.
For The Community
Education is a core element of the Jewish experience, and we take it upon ourselves to share our traditions, customs and way of viewing the world.
We offer incursions and excursions for students, professional development courses for educators, and tours for community groups.
For more information or to make a booking, please contact us.