 Captivating Cases in Rabbinic ResponsaDear Friends, They say you shouldn’t watch sausage (or legislation) being made. Jewish law is the opposite. Jewish Law’s “behind the scenes” process is not messy...it’s brilliant. It’s one of the most fascinating intellectual and spiritual systems ever built: real people, real questions, real-life complexity… and a Torah that keeps speaking clearly across centuries and continents. That’s why I’m excited to invite you to our new JLI course on Rabbinic Responsa, a front-row seat to how Jewish law is actually formed, applied, and kept relevant.
Over 6 sessions, we’ll travel through gripping true cases—from Barcelona (1300) and Salonika (1550) to Auschwitz (1944) and Brooklyn (1958)—and see how rabbis: The 6-week course starts on Monday, Jan 26th, 7:00 PM at Chabad of Naples. With blessings for much health and happiness in 2026, Rabbi Fishel Zaklos P.S. Not sure this is for you? Come try the first lesson for free to make sure. Just let me know you’re coming so I can prepare accordingly. One more thing: No previous Jewish learning is required to enjoy this course! Info Monday, January 26
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$99 per person
Couples receive two course books for $40 and enjoy nearly $40 in savings on registration! 
Lesson 1 What do these questions reveal about our ancestors? What did they think, feel, and value? Explore five fascinating stories to find out. 
Lesson 2 Do sages make assumptions about how reality works, or do they investigate the facts? Follow rabbis as they conduct five fascinating investigations worldwide. 
Lesson 3 See inside the process that enables the Torah’s ancient code to guide life in an ever-changing world. Witness the precise process of applying Talmudic precedent. 
Lesson 4 Explore four unexpected rulings to uncover the hidden fallback mechanisms within Jewish law: these aren’t exceptions to the law. They’re the law revealing its quiet values (like human dignity, and peace in the home). 
Lesson 5 Rules don’t always translate into reality easily. See how sages account for the practical, social, and emotional realities around a question to ensure their ruling leads to its intended outcome. 
Lesson 6 Could Artificial Intelligence decide Jewish law? Is lab-grown meat kosher? See how Jewish law is addressing the questions posed by tomorrow’s cutting-edge technology. |
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