Hebrew School
Hebrew School Calendar
(Wednesdays)
5769 - 5770
August 2009 - May 2010
“Reading the Bible in any language other than the original Hebrew is like kissing a beautiful woman with a veil between your face and hers. In other words, reading a translation of the Bible is better than nothi ng, but it isn’t nearly as wonderful as reading it in Hebrew, with the linguistic veil removed.” ~Hayim Nachman Bialik (a Jewish poet)
In the past, students have had a choice between attending Wednesday Hebrew school, or engaging a private tutor. We strongly urge that all students attend midweek Hebrew, even if they are also working with a tutor.
ALL STUDENTS IN GRADES 4 THROUGH 6 ARE REQUIRED TO ATTEND HEBREW CLASS IF THEY WISH TO HAVE BAR OR BAT MITZVAH.
(CONTACT THE RELIGIOUS SCHOOL DIRECTOR FOR ANY RELATED QUESTIONS.)
| Wednesday: 6th-7th Grades Hebrew B'nai Mitzvah class with Sheri Allen | Wednesday: 4th-5th Hebrew | |
Students will learn the Friday night service, with additions of Saturday morning prayers that differ from those on Friday night. The focus will be on improving Hebrew reading skills and overall comprehension and understanding of the prayer vocabulary, its meaning, and its place in the structure of the service. Students will also be studying the significance of the entire B'nai Mitzvah experience, and how it marks the beginning of a lifetime of Jewish responsibility. In addition, students will be introduced to Trope, (melodies) that will help them to chant their Torah and Haftarah (if they choose to do so). | During the year, reading skills and prayers are reinforced. The 4th grade students will receive formal Hebrew instruction to identify Hebrew consonants and vowels and how to blend whole Hebrew words to read basic conversational Hebrew. The students in 5th grade will be introduced to Siddur, important words, and ideas. |
All students will participate in a service for 30 minutes (4:30-5:00).
We look forward to a productive, informative year at Beth-El. Parents are always welcome to come and be a part of the class.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to call the Religious School Director at 817-332-7141 or email her.
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