'An Evil Spirit From the Lord': Fear, Anxiety and Depression in the Bible and Talmud
with Ruby Namdar
4 Wednesdays at 5:00 p.m. ET
Feb. 12-March 5
All classes will be recorded and sent to registrants.
Scribes, scholars and sages — they’re just like us.
Fear, anxiety, depression and emotional instability are an inseparable part of the human condition, and as such, our Jewish predecessors recognized and discussed those topics in great detail.
In this unique new class from master teacher Ruby Namdar — winner of the Sapir Prize, Israel's most prestigious literary award — you will study some of the great anthems of the Bible and the Talmud, savoring the wisdom, depth and sensitivity with which they portray the torments of mind and soul.
Your purchase comes with:
- Four live hour-long online classes and their recordings, that won’t expire
- Lectures and analysis from an award-winning novelist and teacher
- Readings
- A greater understanding of the humanity of the Bible and the Talmud!
Purchases of this course are non-refundable.
About Your Teacher
Ruby Namdar was born and raised in Jerusalem to a family of Iranian-Jewish heritage. His first book, "Haviv" (2000), won The Ministries of Culture Award for Best First Publication. His 2017 novel, "The Ruined House," won the Sapir Prize, Israel's most prestigious literary award. He currently lives in New York City and teaches literature, focusing on Biblical and Talmudic narrative.
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