Presented by Rabbi Zachary Goodman

Based on material from the Shalom Hartman Institute, this 8-part series is for those wanting to learn more about the history of Israel through such pivotal events as the Balfour Declaration (1917), the UN Partition Plan (1947), and the Six-Day War (1967), while also contextualizing these milestones in the wake of October 7, 2023. Each session features a lecture and roundtable discussion, with optional background readings and primary sources for deeper exploration. No prior experience required.

Session #1 Overview:

This session delves into key primary source documents from the early Zionist movement through the late 1930s, tracing the development of the idea of a Jewish homeland. We’ll explore the growing support for—and opposition to—Zionism, offering a nuanced view of its historical foundations and evolving goals.