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Melton courses – developed under the auspices of The Hebrew University of Jerusalem – are relevant and enriching for any curious Jew. Through our ever-expanding curriculum, learners find topics that resonate—covering the breadth of Jewish perspectives and empowering learners to make informed decisions about current issues, as well as their personal beliefs.
A History of Hatred: The Ever-Present Threat of Antisemitism
Between the Lines: From Text to Life
Beyond Borders: The History of the Arab-Israeli Conflict
Biblical Women: Emerging from the Margins through Midrash 
Crossroads of Jewish History
Deuteronomy (Devarim) - The Long Goodbye
Ethics of Jewish Living
Exodus (Shemot) Part I - From Slavery to Sinai
Exodus (Shemot) Part II - Revelation and Revolution
Exploring a Forgotten World: A Social History of Medieval Jewry as Revealed in the Cairo Genizah
Foundations of Jewish Family Living
From Sinai to Seinfeld: Jews and Their Jokes
Genesis (Bereshit) Part I - From Adam to Abraham: The First 20 Generations
Genesis (Bereshit) Part II - The Story of the First Jewish Family
Highs and Lows: Our Communal Joys and Sorrows
Israeli Literature as a Window into a Diverse and Vibrant Society
It’s a Date! Marking Time the Jewish Way
Jewish Answers to Life's Most Challenging Questions
Jewish Denominations: Addressing the Challenges of Modernity
Jewish Journeys: Collective Memories through Place and Time
Jewish Medical Ethics: A 21st Century Discussion
Jewish Mysticism: Tracing the History of Kabbalah
Jews in America: Insiders and Outsiders (available September 2026)
Leviticus (Vayikra) - A Call to Holiness
Love, Loss and Wisdom
Members of the Tribe: Cornerstones of Jewish Identity
Modern Living: Maintaining Balance
Numbers (BeMidbar) - Leadership Defied and Defended
OMG, Can You Believe?!
Pray It Forward: God, Gratitude, and Gathering Together
Press Pause: Rest, Assured
Social Justice: The Heart of Judaism in Theory and Practice
Soul's Cycles: A Ride Through the Chapters of Life
The Holocaust as Reflected in Diaries and Memoirs
The Jewish State: Examining the Jewish Identities of Israelis
The Star and the Crescent: A History of Jewish-Muslim Relations
Timeless Tales, Modern Sensibilities: A Deep Look at the Books of Esther and Ruth
Timeless Wisdom from the Books of Ecclesiastes, Lamentations, and Song of Songs
Understanding Zionism: The Return to the Jewish Homeland
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Biblical
Studies
Explore the richness of biblical texts through classical and contemporary commentaries. Uncover multiple perspectives on formative narratives, legal passages, and wisdom literature – and discover timeless messages that speak to our lives today.
Jewish Life, Ethics
and Culture
Engage with the ideas and experiences that shape Jewish life. From theology and ethics to humor, literature, and daily practice – examine the values, culture, and creativity at the heart of Jewish identity.
Living
Wisdom
Living Wisdom: Engaging, Soulful Jewish Learning addresses life’s greatest challenges by exploring and engaging with millennia of Jewish wisdom. These nine Melton courses provide a compelling, sophisticated Jewish learning experience that will help learners personally connect with both foundational and advanced Jewish concepts no matter their background or level of knowledge. Learn more about the Living Wisdom curriculum here.
History
Connect with the Jewish past through an immersive journey into the rich tapestry of Jewish history. From broad surveys to deep dives into pivotal eras, trace how key events have shaped Jewish memory, identity, and experience.
