Spring 2026 course:

for all humankind

Your Judaism holds a message the world wants to hear. It’s time to unlock it.

What values make for a good life? What values shape a just society? Join this four-part course to discover Judaism’s ethical message for all people.

Explore foundational Jewish texts to discover the spiritual path Judaism offers every individual. You’ll examine the values that guide family life, uncover the essential role of education, and discover what it takes to achieve Judaism’s vision of a more perfect and peaceful world for all humanity.

No previous Jewish learning necessary.

Four Wednesday evenings
Wednesday, May 6, 13, 20, June 3
7:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Price: $99 per person
15% Early Bird Discount (until opening night)
10% Family Discount
First night is free and open to the public.


Lesson Outline

Lesson One
The Message of Abraham
Judaism’s universal message is not simply “Be Jewish.” So what is it? Discover how Judaism’s concern for all humanity begins with Abraham, and what ethical monotheism means in practical life.

Lesson Two
Is Morality Obvious?
Can logic alone create morality? Explore the value of innate human dignity, where it comes from, and the challenge of grounding timeless moral truth in a changing world.

Lesson Three
Educating Children
Is raising children only about preparing them for careers? What should we teach at school and at home? Discover the deeper purpose of education and why family life is so central to Judaism’s moral vision.

Lesson Four
It Will Get Better
History is not an endless cycle of decline and despair. It is a story of purpose and progress. Discover how every moral choice becomes a stepping stone toward a more harmonious future.


The Rohr Jewish Learning Institute

JLI's mission is to make Jewish learning accessible and personally meaningful to every person, regardless of background or affiliation. JLI's insightful curricula utilizes cutting-edge pedagogic techniques, embracing the multiple intelligence model and utilizing multimedia and an array of approaches to engage, educate, and inspire all kinds of minds in a dynamic Jewish learning experience.

Serving learning centers in over 1000 communities and on the internet, the Rohr Jewish Learning Institute (JLI) is the world's preeminent provider of Jewish learning.