Big Questions in Jewish Spirituality

Thinking about spirituality adds depth, meaning, and purpose to our actions and experiences. Jewish spirituality encourages us to look beyond the surface of our rituals, traditions, and commandments to understand their deeper significance and how they connect us to God, to others, and to our inner selves. In their search for meaning, Jewish high school students are seeking answers to the why behind our traditions, in addition to the what and how. They yearn for answers to questions like Why does Judaism matter? How does it connect to my identity? My purpose? My relationships? Do my actions really make a difference?

Through ten carefully crafted units, this curriculum gently guides educators and students alike in exploring spiritual concepts that enrich their understanding of Torah and connect them to everyday practices. It empowers students to explore the essential questions of life, deepen their relationship with God, and connect their personal stories to the broader tapestry of Jewish tradition. We hope it will help you bring meaningful study into your classrooms and help your students on their life-long spiritual pursuits.

Big Questions in Jewish Spirituality is generously funded by Share Fund

Foreword

Unit 1:
What is Spirituality?

Unit 2:
What is God?

Unit 3:
What is Creation?

Unit 4:
How do I Build a
Relationship with God? (Part I)

Unit 5:
How do I Build a
Relationship with God? (Part II)

Unit 6:
What is a Soul?

Unit 7:
What Happens After Death?

Unit 8:
What is Mashiach?

Unit 9:
What is Free Will?

Unit 10:
What is the Purpose of Existence?

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Register below to join the creators of Big Question in Jewish Spirituality for a free guided walk-through of the curriculum rationale, approach, and elements on Sunday, May 25th @10:00 AM EST. Can’t join us on the 25th? Complete the form below and we will notify you when registration opens for the August walk-through!

This session is for Jewish educators working in Jewish schools. Interested organizations/foundations should write to us at info@lookstein.org.