This Shabbaton explores the nature of free will, how we can transform ourselves, and how we can transform the world at large.
For more information about how to run this Shabbaton, please contact Rabbi Ariel Bannet.
Theme: Transformers
Intro Video (Friday Afternoon):
Transformation Intro Video
This amazing video was played at New Jersey's Shabbaton to introduce the theme of "Transformation."
Learning Session:
Robots in Disguise: The Nature of Free Will
Are we able to transform ourselves to be greater and betters, or are we "robots in disguise," locked into our habits, routines, and inborn nature? This colorful session presents thought-provoking ideas from the Torah about free will, inborn character traits, and mazal.
Learning Session:
The Jewish Role in Disaster Relief
After discussing how we can each transform ourselves, this learning session explored how we can transform the world.
How should Jews view their role in changing the world? This session presents 3 approaches to the Jewish obligation to be involved in world crisis relief: (1) Kiddush Hashem (2) Peace (3) Ethical and Religious Imperitive.