This course is dedicated in honor of our loving sister and aunt, Mrs. Bernice Trogan OBM
By Joel & Barbara Leib and Danny & Lisa Klein
SPRING 2023 COURSE
Jewpernatural:
Signs, spirits and superstition in Jewish belief
Get ready to delve deep into the mystical and mysterious world of dreams, angels, demons, and extraterrestrials! As humanity's understanding of the natural world grows, so does our fascination with these intriguing topics.
With unprecedented interest piquing curiosity, fear, and humor alike, our course takes a penetrating look into the Talmud, Jewish philosophy, and kabbalah to offer valuable and authentic Jewish perspectives and guidance for these age-old questions and to uncover the hidden truths and power of the unknown.
Jewpernatural | Course Trailer
COURSE OUTLINE
LESSON OUTLINE
— 01
Dreams & Direction
When should we follow our dreams, and when do we say it’s “just a dream”? Let’s explore where inspiration from a lifelike dream can take us. Plus: a time-honored Jewish routine for keeping nightmares at bay.
LESSON OUTLINE
— 02
Stars & Signs
Judaism insists we can always influence our destiny for the better. Yet, the popular “Mazel tov” wish literally means “good astrology”! What role does destiny play in a tradition that believes humans have free choice?
LESSON OUTLINE
— 03
Jinx & The Evil Eye
Can telling someone about my good fortune make it go bad? Can their jealousy create problems for my success? It may sound superstitious, but in Jewish thought, there’s a logical reason to be concerned about “the Evil Eye,” and there’s a practical way to ward it off.
LESSON OUTLINE
— 04
Para & Normal
Most people believe in some version of a soul. Do souls continue to exist after death? Can they see us? Is there other intelligent life out there in the universe? What are angels and demons, do we believe in them, and how concerned should I be of their presence? In this lesson, we will explore what we know about angels, spirits, and extraterrestrial life for insights into our own soul’s nature.
WHEN
Four Wednesdays, beginning May 3
Morning option: 11:00 am-12:30 pm
Evening option: 7:30-9:00 pm
WHERE
Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Detroit
6735 Telegraph Rd, Bloomfield Hills, MI
Zoom option available for those out-of-town or otherwise unable to join in-person.
INSTRUCTOR
Rabbi Levi Dubov
Director, Chabad of Bloomfield Hills
FEE
$90 - course textbook included
Couple's discount: 15% off
Bring a friend: 50% off (contact us for the promo code)
Join the first class commitment-free.
Scholarships available. Contact us for more info.
MORE INFO
248-949-6210
rabbi@bhchabad.org
