Hebrew learning is a cornerstone of Temple Emanuel community life. We believe that no matter where you are on your Hebrew journey, it’s never too late to begin or to deepen your understanding. Hebrew Language Teacher Sigalit Davis offers classes for all levels, from those starting from scratch to those seeking more advanced study. Explore the enriching opportunities below and see how Hebrew can enhance your connection to Jewish life and tradition.
Modern Hebrew I: Foundations
Tuesday Evenings| 4:30 – 5:30pm
We will learn how to read, write, speak, sing and listen, with understanding, to the Modern Hebrew of today – as spoken in Israel (& here) by Israelis and connection to our heritage and the Jewish book closet. We start from the very beginning and go with the pace of the group!
Everyone is welcome!
Modern Spoken Hebrew II
Hebrew for parents and all other adults
Thursday Evenings | 5:00 – 6:00pm
This is a continuing course. It is designed for learning from scratch Spoken Modern Hebrew. Our children attend Hebrew school, and this is an opportunity for all interested parents to enjoy the Hebrew learning, have an opportunity to share experiences within your family and enjoy the journey of Hebrew learning and understanding when traveling to Israel, meeting Israelis in our community and develop a good understanding of Israeli culture as well. Come build generational bridges with us and the magical renewed Hebrew language to keep it alive.
Newcomers are welcome – to assess your level & join, please contact Sigalit.
Biblical and Siddur Hebrew IV
Monday Evenings | 5:30 – 6:30pm
This is a continuing group with the goal focusing on understanding our Torah, Haftara and Prayers. It is however and nonetheless the foundation of the Modern Spoken Hebrew today in Israel and this is the magic of our revival and survival of generational connection, MiDor L’Dor.
New registrants are welcome with prerequisite knowledge! Newcomers – to assess your level & join, please contact Sigalit.
Modern Spoken Hebrew IV
Tuesday Afternoons | 2:00 – 3:00pm
The Sisterhood team continues – we are a working force!
Thank you for your leadership in modeling and making Hebrew an important component in our community! New participants are welcome if they meet the pre-requisites.
Newcomers – to assess your level & join, please contact Sigalit.
Modern Spoken Hebrew V
Tuesday Evenings | 8:00 – 9:00pm
We continue our journey with great joy and pride. This is another torch holder cohort in our program, and we continue the journey! We are having fun speaking, writing, reading, singing, and watching everything in Hebrew. Struggle is part of the language acquisition game, and we take the challenges of the intermediate level forward. Thank you for your leadership in Hebrew learning!
Newcomers – to assess your level & join, please contact Sigalit.