Valley Beit Midrash

As we celebrate Simchat Torah and Shemini Atzeret, we come together in joy and reflection, honoring the strength and resilience of the Jewish people. These sacred days remind us of the enduring power of Torah, community, and our shared commitment to one another.

This is also a time to renew our commitment to learning and living Jewishly. We invite you to join Valley Beit Midrash for classes, lectures, and conversations that inspire connection, learning, and growth.

💻 Become a member! https://www.valleybeitmidrash.org/become-a-member/

Wishing you a joyous and meaningful holiday filled with love, learning, and community! 🤍

In the 22nd Talmudic class, Rabbi Shmuly discussed Megillah 9a-9b: Translating the Torah to Greek. Watch the recording and discover insights from this week's class.

• Audio: https://share.transistor.fm/s/e491f9f4
• Video: https://youtu.be/jH-9PbM0Tes?si=AUHzZvNbdMzeceiG

40 Talmudic Stories Every Jew Should Know: #22 Megillah 9a-9b: Translating the Torah to Greek | Jewish Inspiration for Living a Moral & Spiritual Life Discover the depth, drama, and enduring wisdom of the Talmud in this inspiring 40-part Zoom series with Rabbi Shmuly Yanklowitz: “20 Talmudic Stories Every Jew Should Know.” Each class brings to life a powerful narrative from the Talmud—stories of courage, curiosity, compassion, conflict, and....

Thursday, October 15, at 10:00 AM PT

Join Dr. Jonnie Schnytzer and discover the stories of Jewish leaders who sought to restore Jewish sovereignty and the lessons they reveal about freedom, redemption, and messianism.

Registration: https://www.valleybeitmidrash.org/class/messiah-the-zionist-nobody-wants/

Thanks to BMH-BJ for co-sponsoring this class.

Rabbi Karyn Kedar discussed her new book, Unfolding: Reflections on the Lessons of the High Holy Days. Watch the recording to explore her insights and reflections on the meaning and lessons of the High Holy Days.

• Audio: https://share.transistor.fm/s/22da1dc4
• Video: youtu.be/NjdZIywwYdk

Unfolding: Reflections on the Lessons of the High Holy Days A virtual event presentation by Rabbi Karyn KedarThe class is co-...

Wishing you a beautiful Sukkot filled with warmth, peace, and connection. As we step into the fresh air of the sukkah, may we return uplifted, inspired, and renewed in our commitment to learning and leadership.

🌿 Watch past VBM classes featuring teachings to deepen your connection to Sukkot.

🎥 https://www.valleybeitmidrash.org/learning-library/?_sfm_embed_session_type=Holidays%3A%20Sukkot

Give a warm welcome to Walter Davies, our Administrative Assistant for Valley Beit Midrash and Arizona Jews for Justice!

Walter Davies is an active member of the Jewish community in Phoenix/Scottsdale and has volunteered for Valley Beit Midrash, Arizona Jews for Justice, Welcome to America Project, Feed My Starving Children, amongst other charitable causes. Walter is very happy to be able to work directly for VBM. In his free time, he is a musician & multi-instrumentalist, computer programmer, and serial entrepreneur.

All of us at Valley Beit Midrash wish you and your family a meaningful holiday and an easy fast (tzom kal) to those observing.

As Yom Kippur approaches, we're reminded that our tradition calls on us to open our hearts, to give tzedakah and reach those who are struggling. With your support, we can continue to nurture Jewish leadership, open doors to meaningful learning, and bring comfort and relief to those in our community who need it most.

We hope you'll join us in this work by making a donation today.
https://www.valleybeitmidrash.org/donate/