Distinguished Scholar Series

The Distinguished Scholar Series brings scholars of international reputation to the greater Washington DC community to lecture on a variety of subjects of Jewish interest. Events are generally held on weekday evenings from 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm at various venues in and around Washington DC. 

Unless otherwise noted, there is no charge for these events. Advanced reservations are encouraged. Please contact us at rsvp@foundjs.org or 301-770-4787.

Upcoming Events

• The Sabbath Soul: Mystical Reflections on the Transformative Power of Holy Time

  Congregation Olam Tikvah
  Thursday, March 15, 2012
  7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
  Speaker: Dr. Eitan Fishbane
  Topic: Prayer and Ritual , Mysticism and Kabbalah

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• Being a Jew in Nazi Germany: Nazi Oppression & the Jewish Response

  Temple Shalom
  Thursday, March 29, 2012
  7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
  Speaker: Dr. Michael Meyer
  Topic: History - Modern , German Jewish Heritage

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• Gender & Jewish History

  Temple Sinai
  Thursday, May 10, 2012
  7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
  Speaker: Dr. Deborah Dash Moore
  Topic: History - Modern

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