The Institute for Living Judaism in Brooklyn

ILJB is a non-denominational center for learning that aims to promote tolerance, moderation, and pluralism in furthering the study and practice of our tradition

We offer quality programs to strengthen and expand Brooklyn's Jewish community

"Your vision in putting these programs together is altogether admirable" Rabbi Gordon Tucker
Temple Israel of White Plains

Past Events


2024

Fall 2024 program:
Jewish Perspectives on an Upcoming Election (or two)...

Portrait photo of Moshe Halbertal

Developments in Israel and America

Sunday, Sept 8, 4-6 PM

In conjunction with Kane St. Synagogue...

Moshe Halbertal
World-renowned scholar of both Talmud and Political Theory, co-author of the IDF's Code of Ethics at Kane Street Synagogue, 236 Kane St. Bkn, Please RSVP to: kanestreet.org/iljb.
In Person & Zoom event for Sept 8:
Portrait photo of David Firestone

Implications of the US elections for our Community

Sunday, Sept 15, 4-6 PM

Featuring:

David Firestone
Noted political commentator & member of the Editorial Board of the New York Times at East Midwood Jewish Center, 1625 Ocean Ave. Bkn.

In Person & Zoom event for Sept 15:



2024-logo

ILJB Spring Series:

Israel and the War in Gaza: What Went Wrong. What Must Go Right.

Leading Israeli historian and journalist Gershom Gorenberg gives the overview you need. What led to the Gaza-Israel war, why Israel was taken by surprise, how Israeli society showed remarkable strength, and why the war must lead to a new push for peace and a two-state outcome.

Sunday, May 5, 4 PM

at: Kane Street Synagogue, 236 Kane St. Bk.11231.

In person and Zoom event
Gershom Gorenberg Photo