YOM KIPPUR TEACH-IN

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2011

MUSLIMS AND US

On Yom Kippur afternoon, Rabbi Schoolman will offer a short introduction to Jewish-Muslim relations through the ages.  He will discuss the intimate dialogue that Jews have had with Muslims through the ages, including the Golden Age in Spain, German Jewish fascination with Islam in the 19th century, and our troubled relations in the 20th century.  He will begin with an introduction to Muslim beliefs and  a brief look at the Qur'an, including parallel passages in the Torah.  There will be plenty of time for questions and discussion.  We will continue with the Concluding Service after this class.