Capital Punishment in Jewish Law
In the pre-modern era, Jewish tradition had to handle criminal law for our community - both adjudicating law and issuing punishment. Some violations of law even carried the death penalty. Jewish legal tradition and Jewish courts throughout the ages took a wide range of approaches to the application of capital punishment. In this three part […]
Jews, the First Amendment, and Abortion Rights, January 30
Join us for an online program as Dr Rachel Kranson, Director of Jewish Studies at the University of Pittsburgh, discusses the intersection of Jewish tradition, the freedom of religion, and America's legal battles over abortion. This talk will take place over Zoom on Sunday, January 30, from 2:00 - 3:30 pm. To register, go to […]
Tisha B'Av 5781
Saturday, July 17, Evening, at Beth Shalom and by Zoom This year Tish’ah BeAv, commemorating the destruction of both Temples, begins immediately after Shabbat, the evening of July 17th. The evening community observance is being hosted by New Light Congregation this year. You are encouraged to bring your own flashlight for Eykhah. July 17th, […]
Beth Shalom Men's Club Sports Luncheon
Sunday, February 10, 2019 12:00 P.M. | Samuel & Minnie Hyman Ballroom DEDICATED THIS YEAR TO HONOR THE MEMORIES OF DAVID & CECIL ROSENTHAL LOCAL SPORTS CELEBRITIES Autographs and Surprises - Gifts for All! Hamburger & Hot Dog Lunch at the Beth Shalom Samuel & Minnie Hyman Ballroom All are welcome, no charge!