Presented By:
Zvi Grumet, The Lookstein Center’s Director of Education
In this series, we will look at the big picture in Sefer Shmuel as the attempt to transition from the model of the shofetim to that of kings. We will explore four attempts to shift out of the shofet model, why the first three were unsuccessful, and why the final one shows promise of success. The framing is helpful to shift the learning from a pasuk by pasuk orientation or even a perek by perek orientation to one in which the students understand the individual events in the context of what the sefer is trying to convey.
Session 1 – Eli and Shmuel
Date and Time: March 20, 2025, at 12:00 – 1:00 PM EST
In what ways were Eli and Shmuel similar, and how did each try to remake the leadership model?
Session 2 – Shaul
Date and Time: March 25, 2025, at 12:00 – 1:00 PM EST
Was Shaul given a real chance at the throne or was he intended to be a transitional figure?
Session 3 – David
Date and Time: March 27, 2025, at 12:00 – 1:00 PM EST
What made David different? What were the secrets to his success so that he provides genuine hope for a model of king that works?
This series is geared toward middle school and high school educators in Jewish day schools.
Price:
$135*
*Members receive a 10% discount. Contact us at info@lookstein.org to check your membership status or visit www.lookstein.org/become-a-member/ to learn more about The Lookstein Center membership.