We are delighted to announce the launch of Congregation Emanu-El’s Adult Education program for 5787!

Zionism in a Nutshell

🗓️Tuesdays, starting November 10
⏰7:00 PM

Uncover the gripping history, fierce debates, and geopolitical forces that shaped the modern Middle East in this dynamic 11-session course.

How did a fragmented, scattered people build a sovereign nation from scratch in approximately two generations? Zionism stands as one of the most remarkably successful and intensely debated national movements in modern history. This course takes you behind the scenes of that epic transformation, tracking the movement from its19th-century roots to the birth of the State of Israel.

Together, we will dive deep into:

• The Foundational Ideas: Explore the visionary ideas and fiery ideological debates that energized and undermined early Zionists.

• The Obstacles & Opposition: Examine the harsh political realities, global conflicts, and the rise of Arab nationalism that challenged and refined the movement.

• The American Connection: Uncover the critical role of American Zionism, its mobilization during the horrors of the Holocaust, and its impact on the fight for statehood.

• Modern Identity: Grapple with the complex, evolving relationship between global Jewry, Israel, and modern Jewish identity (to this day).

Every 75-80minute session features a presentation and an open forum for your toughest questions and liveliest discussions. If you have an interest in Israel's history, its ongoing conflicts, and the complexities of modern Jewish identity, I would love for you to join us.

For additional information, please contact Hannah See at hannah.see@jsbwjcc.org or Rabbi Cohen at Rabbi@cewichita.org.