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Beit Midrash

Accessing Authentic Sources

She’arim is based on the foundation of text-based learning.  In addition to a full range of classes in topics such as Chumash, interpersonal relationships, musar,prayer, and Jewish law,  students have the opportunity to discover the depth and breadth of Torah through learning the text, chevruta style.

 

Chevruta-learning pairs up two students of similar abilities, allowing them to assist each other to build skills. Our students prepare the texts for a lecture that follows under the supervision of  the course instructor. Tutors assist the study pairs and are available to answer questions during this time. Information which is gleaned from the source provides a richer understanding and appreciation for the subject matter. Students are encouraged to find appropriate levels based on their background and skills, and to reassess periodically whether they are ready for the challenge of the next level.



Shiur Aleph

 

Shiur Aleph (beginner - Level 1a and Level 1b) is suited to students who have a positive identification with Judaism and who are basically committed to Shabbat and Kashrut observance, and who are ready to gain basic skills in Torah study, especially Chumash with Rashi's commentary.

This level is appropriate for a student with a basic familiarity with Hebrew reading, and a willingness to delve into real, hands-on learning. Level 1 students are provided with source books to facilitate their progress in Hebrew text, as well as professional tutors to assist

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Shiur Bet

Shiur Bet (Intermediate) is appropriate for students with some Jewish knowledge of  Torah learning and wish to develop their learning skills and broaden their philosophical knowledge, particularly through the study of Chumash with classical commentaries.

This level is appropriate for students when they can read Torah texts with proficiency and are comfortable with basic commentaries as well. Chevruta-style learning allows

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Shiur Gimmel

Shiur Gimel (Advanced - level 3) offers students who are comfortable studying Chumash with commentaries the opportunity to deepen their skills and encounter challenging, new levels of learning.

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