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<P>Overview</P></U>
<P align=justify>Me’ohr Bais Yaakov Teachers Seminary offers an exciting
one-year study program in Israel for recent graduates of Bais Yaakov-type
schools. Established in 1999, the school has become one of the most sought after
seminaries in Israel. Me’ohr has its own campus in the lovely, well-established
religious neighborhood of Bayit Vegan in Jerusalem.</P>
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<P align=justify>The school offers a classic religious seminary education on a
high level. The learning environment is relaxed without the tension of constant
testing. Students are expected to achieve and fulfill their assignments out of a
sense of responsibility and love for Torah learning.</P>
<P align=justify>In addition to <I>limudei kodesh,</I> students take courses in
education that include methodology and psychology. These studies prepare them
for teaching in Jewish schools in the Diaspora. </P>
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<P align=justify>One of the unique aspects of the school is its emphasis on
helping the students actualize their own potential and to acquire the
interpersonal life skills to help them successfully fill the multiple roles of
daughter, wife, mother, teacher, and friend. Students learn to value and respect
each other and to strengthen their own self-esteem. </P>
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<P align=justify>The experienced teaching staff of Me’ohr Bais Yaakov is devoted
and caring. Rabbi Zecharya Greenwald, the director of Me’ohr Bais Yaakov,
personally provides each student with extensive guidance and attention. </P>
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<P align=center>Student Living</P></FONT>
<P>Campus</P></U>
<P align=justify>The Me’ohr Bais Yaakov campus is located on a quiet street in
the vibrant Bayit Vegan neighborhood of Jerusalem. Two buildings that occupy the
campus contain classrooms, dormitory rooms, a study hall, a student dining room,
and a kitchen.</P>
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<P align=justify>Student Body</P></U>
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<P align=justify>Students attending Me’ohr Bais Yaakov come from all over the
world, but mainly from North America and Great Britain. They are highly
motivated to excel in Torah learning and commitment.</P>
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<P align=justify>Tours and Extracurricular Activities</P></U>
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<P align=justify>To enrich the students’ learning experience, Me’ohr Bais Yaakov
offers tours and visits to biblical, historical, and nature sites throughout
Israel. These field trips augment classroom study and provide firsthand
knowledge of the land and its people.</P>
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<P align=justify>In addition to academic studies, students participate in a
stimulating program of extra-curricular activities that include tours of the
country, <I>chesed</I> opportunities, and fun get-togethers. As part of Me’ohr
Bais Yaakov’s special <I>chesed</I> program, students are encouraged to do good
deeds by volunteering their time to help needy families and to visit the sick
and elderly. The highlight of the Me’ohr year is the production of a
professionally directed musical drama, which is performed for large audiences.
The proceeds of the performances are dedicated to the needy. </P>
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<P align=justify>Accommodations & Meals</P></U>
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<P align=justify>Comfortable dormitory rooms and washroom facilities are
available to the students. </P>
<P align=justify>Three meals a day are served in the seminary’s dining hall. The
school’s cook tries to accommodate special dietary needs.</P>
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<P align=justify>Periodically the school spends Shabbos together, either on the
Bayit Vegan campus or out of town. Most weeks, however, the student eats Shabbos
meals with families of her choice, or if she wishes, with families assigned by
the school. A student may ask to be placed in Jerusalem or in other locations
throughout Israel. This system enables students to experience the richness of
Shabbos, meet many families living in Israel, and become acquainted with
different parts of the country.</P><U>
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<P align=justify>Security</P></U>
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<P align=justify>The Me’ohr Bais Yaakov campus is located in Bayit Vegan, a
residential, religious Jerusalem neighborhood. The school takes all the
necessary precautions to protect the students residing on the campus. </P>
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<P align=justify>The school is in contact with, and receives updated information
from the American<FONT face="Arial Narrow"> </FONT>Consulate and the local
police security department about which areas to avoid. Instructions, as well as
restrictions in travel, are given to the students based on current security
conditions. The school strongly advises against attending or participating in
public gatherings and restaurants. </P>
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<P align=justify>School trips and outings are held in conformity with the
regulations of the Israeli army. Armed guards accompany school trips as required
by the regulations<FONT face="Arial Narrow"> </FONT>of the Army and Ministry of
Education. </P>
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<P align=center>Academics</P></FONT>
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<P align=justify>The Me’ohr Bais Yaakov Academic Year</P></U><B>
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<P align=justify>The <U>Me’ohr Bais Yaakov</U> academic year follows the Jewish
calendar. It begins before the <I>Rosh Hashana</I> holiday (August/September)
and ends after the <I>Shavuos</I> holiday (May/June). The year is divided into
fall and spring semesters of approximately 15 weeks each, excluding holiday
vacations. </P>
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<P align=justify>Academic Calendar</P></U><B><FONT size=4>
<P align=center>Me’ohr Bais Yaakov Academic Calendar
2003-2004</P></FONT><U><FONT face="Times New Roman (Hebrew)" size=4>
<P align=center>úùñ"â-úùñ"ã - </FONT><FONT size=4>5763-5764 </P></U></FONT>
<P><U>(Subject to Change</U>) </P></B><FONT size=3></FONT>
<TABLE cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=7 width=567 border=1>
<TR>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Group flight arriving</FONT></P></TD>
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<P>Wed. Sept. 3 -- 6 Elul</FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
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<P>Special schedule</FONT></P></TD>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Thurs. - Sun. Sept. 4-7 -- 7 - 10 Elul</FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>"IN" Shabbos </FONT></P></TD>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Shabbos, Sept. 6 -- 9 Elul</FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
<TD width="50%"><B><FONT size=2>
<P>Full schedule begins</B></FONT></P></TD>
<TD width="50%"><B><FONT size=2>
<P>Mon. Sept. 8 -- 11 Elul</B></FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
<TD width="50%"><I><FONT size=2>
<P>Tiyul</I></FONT></P></TD>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Wed. Sept. 17 -- 18 Elul</FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
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<P>Rosh Hashana</FONT></P></TD>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Shabbos, Sun. Sept. 27-28 --1-2 Tishrei</FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Tzom Gedalia - morning classes only. Yad Eliezer
Presentation</FONT></P></TD>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Mon. Sept. 29 -- 3 Tishrei</FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
<TD width="50%"><I><FONT size=2>
<P>Tashlich</I></FONT></P></TD>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Wed. Oct. 1-- 5 Tishrei</FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Erev Yom Kippur - no classes</FONT></P></TD>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Sun. Oct. 5 -- 9 Tishrei </FONT></P></TD></TR>
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<P>Yom Kippur</FONT></P></TD>
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<P>Mon. Oct. 6 -- 10 Tishrei</FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
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<P>Regular classes</FONT></P></TD>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Tues. Oct. 7 -- 11 Tishrei</FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Morning classes only</FONT></P></TD>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Wed. Oct. 8 -- 12 Tishrei </FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Regular classes</FONT></P></TD>
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<P>Thurs. Oct. 9 -- 13 Tishrei</FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Sukkos vacation</FONT></P></TD>
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<P>Fri. - Mon. Oct. 10-20 -- 14 - 24 Tishrei</FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
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<P>Tiyul</I></FONT></P></TD>
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<P>Wed. Oct. 15 -- 19 Tishrei (<I>Chol</I> <I>Hamoed</I>)</FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Classes resume</FONT></P></TD>
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<P>Tues. Oct. 21 -- 25 Tishrei</FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>"In" Shabbos</FONT></P></TD>
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<P>Shabbos, Oct. 25 -- 29 Tishrei</FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Getting acquainted with Jerusalem. Half day tour in the
morning</FONT></P></TD>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Sun. Oct. 26 -- 30 Tishrei</FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Getting acquainted with Jerusalem. Half day tour in the
morning.</FONT></P></TD>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Tues. Oct. 28 -- 2 Cheshvan</FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>"Out" Shabbos <I>"Out" Shabbosout" Shaboos"</I></FONT></P></TD>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Shabbos, Nov. 1 -- 6 Cheshvan</FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Getting acquainted with Jerusalem. Half day tour in the
morning.</FONT></P></TD>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Sun. Nov. 2 -- 7 Cheshvan</FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
<TD width="50%"><I><FONT face="Arial Narrow" size=2>
<P>Rachel Emaynu’s </I>yahrzteit<I>achel </I></FONT><FONT size=2>Rachel
Emainu’s<I> yahrtzeit</I></FONT></P></TD>
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<P>Thurs. Nov. 6 -- 11 Cheshvan</FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
<TD width="50%"><I><FONT face="Arial Narrow" size=2>
<P>Tiyuliyul </FONT><FONT size=2>Tiyul</I></FONT></P></TD>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Mon. - Tues. Nov. 17-18 -- 22-23 Cheshvan</FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Optional "In" Shabbos</FONT></P></TD>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Shabbos, Nov. 22 -- 27 Cheshvan</FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
<TD width="50%"><I><FONT face="Arial Narrow" size=2>
<P>Please stay in Yerushalayim for Shabbos - </I>Melave Malka<I>lease
</I></FONT><FONT size=2>Please stay in Jerusalem for Shabbos - <I>Melave
Malka </I>planned.</FONT></P></TD>
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<P>Motzaei Shabbos Nov. 29 -- 4 Kislev</FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
<TD width="50%"><I><FONT size=2>
<P>Tiyul</I></FONT></P></TD>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Mon. Dec. 15 -- 20 Kislev </FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Monday night curfew: 10:30. Chanukah vacation</FONT></P></TD>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Fri. - Mon. Dec. 19 - 22 -- 24 -- 27 Kislev</FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Morning classes only</FONT></P></TD>
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<P>Tues. - Sun. Dec. 23-28 -- 28 Kislev - 3 Teves</FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Neve’s annual Chanukah party </FONT></P></TD>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Wed. Dec. 24 -- 29 Kislev</FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Shabbos Chanukah <I>Chagigah</I></FONT></P></TD>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Shabbos, Dec. 27 -- 2 Teves</FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Fast of Teves - morning classes only</FONT></P></TD>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Sun. Jan. 4 -- 10 Teves</FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
<TD width="50%"><I><FONT size=2>
<P>Tiyul</I></FONT></P></TD>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Mon. Jan. 12 -- 18 Teves</FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
<TD width="50%"><I><FONT face="Arial Narrow" size=2>
<P>Sunday -27 Teves - curfew at 10:30 p.m. </I></FONT><FONT
size=2>Mid-Winter vacation</FONT></P></TD>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Thurs. - Sun. Jan. 15-18 -- 21-24 Teves</FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
<TD width="50%"><B><FONT size=2>
<P>Second Semester begins</B></FONT></P></TD>
<TD width="50%"><B><FONT size=2>
<P>Mon. Jan. 19 -- 25 Teves</B></FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>"In" Shabbos</FONT></P></TD>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Shabbos, Feb. 7 -- 15 Shvat</FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>"Out" Shabbos</FONT></P></TD>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Shabbos, Feb. 28 -- 6 Adar </FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Taanis Esther - Morning classes only</FONT></P></TD>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Thurs. March 4 -- 11 Adar </FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Purim outside of the walled cities</FONT></P></TD>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Sun. March 7 -- 14 Adar </FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Shushan Purim - Purim in Yerushalayim</FONT></P></TD>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Mon. March 8 -- 15 Adar</FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Classes resume as usual</FONT></P></TD>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Tues. March 9 -- 16 Adar</FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
<TD width="50%"><I><FONT size=2>
<P>Tiyul</I></FONT></P></TD>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Wed. March 17 -- 24 Adar</FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>"In" Shabbos</FONT></P></TD>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Shabbos, March 20 -- 27 Adar</FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Pesach vacation. All students must be back in the dorm by Mon. April 19
at 10:30</FONT></P></TD>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Tues. - Mon. March 23 - April </FONT><FONT face=Miriam
size=2>19</FONT><FONT size=2> -- 1 - 28 Nissan</FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>"In" Shabbos</FONT></P></TD>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Shabbos, April 3 -- 12 Nissan</FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Classes resume as usual </FONT></P></TD>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Tues. April </FONT><FONT face=Miriam size=2>20 </FONT><FONT size=2>--
29 Nissan</FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>"Out" Shabbos</FONT></P></TD>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Shabbos, April 24 -- 3 Iyar</FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
<TD width="50%"><I><FONT size=2>
<P>Tiyul</I></FONT></P></TD>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Mon. - Tues. May 3 - 4 -- 12-13 Adar</FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Lag Baomer</FONT></P></TD>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Sun. May 9 -- 18 Iyar</FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
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<P>Erev Shavuos - no classes</FONT></P></TD>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Tues. May 25 -- 5 Sivan</FONT></P></TD></TR>
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<P>Shavuos</FONT></P></TD>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Wed. - Thurs. May 26-27 -- 6-7 Sivan</FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>"Out" Shabbos</FONT></P></TD>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Shabbos, May 29 -- 9 Sivan</FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>"In" Shabbos</FONT></P></TD>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Shabbos, June 5 -- 16 Sivan</FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Graduation</FONT></P></TD>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Sun. June 6 -- 17 Sivan</FONT></P></TD></TR>
<TR>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Dormitory closes at noon</FONT></P></TD>
<TD width="50%"><FONT size=2>
<P>Tues. June 8 -- 19 Sivan</FONT></P></TD></TR></TABLE><FONT size=3>
<P>Additional "In" Shabboses may be scheduled. All dates of <I>tiyulim</I> are
tentative.</P></FONT>
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<P align=justify>Classes take place Sunday through Thursday in the morning
through the early afternoon, and in the evening. On Tuesday classes end at 2:15
P.M. On Thursday afternoons, the students perform acts of <I>chesed</I> in
nearby neighborhoods. An open forum is scheduled every Friday with Rabbi
Greenwald, the director of Me’ohr.</P><U><FONT face=Arial size=2>
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<P>Course Descriptions</P></U>
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<P align=justify>RELIGION</P></FONT><FONT size=1>
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<P align=justify>REL 175</FONT><FONT size=3> Topics in Prophets and Hagiographa
</P></B>
<P align=justify>Topical study of several later prophets. Correlation with
biblical texts is emphasized.</P></FONT><FONT size=1>
<P align=justify></P><B>
<P align=justify>REL 207</FONT><FONT size=3> The Early Prophets (<I>Neviim
Rishonim</I>): Samuel I & II</P></DIR></DIR></B>
<P align=justify>An in-depth analysis of major topics in the books of Samuel I
& II. Emphasis is on the use of the commentaries of the classical exegetes
as a tool to refine the student’s analytic skills. Lectures draw upon relevant
contributions to rabbinic and Midrashic literature to gain further insight to
the meaning of assigned biblical narratives.</P></FONT><FONT size=1>
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<DIR>
<DIR></FONT><B><FONT size=2>
<P align=justify>REL 232 </FONT><FONT size=3>Studies in Jewish Law: Blessings
(<I>Brachos</I>)</FONT> </P></DIR></DIR></B><FONT size=3>
<P align=justify>Study of the laws of blessings and their <I>halachic</I>
sources. Major topics covered in the course are general principles of blessings,
formal structures of blessings, biblical and talmudic sources of blessings,
sequence of blessings, diverse types of blessings, and blessings for life cycle
events.</P></FONT><FONT size=1>
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<DIR>
<DIR></FONT><B><FONT size=2>
<P align=justify>REL 245 </FONT><FONT size=3>Overview of the Weekly Torah
Portion </P></DIR></DIR></B>
<P align=justify>General overview of weekly portion. Students gain a broad
knowledge of the biblical text with Rashi’s commentaries. </P></FONT><FONT
size=1>
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<DIR>
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<P align=justify>REL 250</FONT><FONT size=3> Analysis of Hebrew Scriptures:
Genesis </P></DIR></DIR></B>
<P align=justify>An in-depth analysis of major topics in the book of Genesis
using Midrash and a wide spectrum of medieval and post-medieval exegetes.
Emphasis is on refining the student’s analytical and critical reading skills so
that students develop competency in independent study on a sophisticated level.
</P></FONT><FONT size=1>
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<DIR>
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<P align=justify>REL 260</FONT><FONT size=3> Analysis of Hebrew Scriptures:
Deuteronomy </P></DIR></DIR></B>
<P align=justify>Textual study of major topics in the book of Deuteronomy with
an in-depth analysis of text and commentaries. Emphasis is on developing
analytic skills utilizing the contributions of the medieval and post-medieval
exegetes.</P></FONT><FONT size=1>
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<DIR>
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<P align=justify>REL 338</FONT> <FONT size=3>Midrashic and <I>Aggadic
</I>Literature</FONT> </P></DIR></DIR></B><FONT size=3>
<P align=justify>A survey of Midrashic literature. Students are exposed to the
interrelation between biblical works and the rabbinic tradition. The different
rules of analysis and interpretation basic to the Midrashic literature are
examined. Students become acquainted with some of the major works of Midrashic
literature.</P>
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<DIR>
<DIR></FONT><B><FONT size=2>
<P align=justify>REL 349 </FONT><FONT size=3>Proverbs</FONT>: <FONT
size=3>(<I>Mishlei</I>)</P></DIR></DIR></B></FONT>
<P align=justify>Major topics covered in the course are: authorship, literary
form and use of metaphor, wisdom and its didactic influence, virtue, issues of
youth and age, and providence.</P>
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<DIR><B><FONT size=1>
<P align=justify>REL 385</FONT><FONT size=3> Survey of Biblical Themes
</P></DIR></DIR></B>
<P align=justify>An understanding is given of the breadth of ethical, moral, and
theological motifs implicit in the biblical text. Students analyze the ethical
and philosophical messages inherent in the texts and their ramifications for
contemporary issues.</P>
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<P align=justify>REL 455 </FONT><FONT size=3>Biblical
Exegesis</P></DIR></DIR></B>
<P align=justify>Major topics covered in the course are analysis of exegetical
approaches to parallel passages in the Bible, the 13 hermeneutical principles,
exegetical approaches to identifying biblical commandments, and classical
biblical translations and their exegetical implications.</P></FONT><FONT
color=#00ffff size=3>
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<P align=justify>PHI 180 </FONT><FONT size=3>Philosophical and Theological
Foundations of Jewish Prayer</P></DIR></DIR></B>
<P align=justify>An in-depth analysis of the "<I>Amida</I>" (19 benedictions),
stressing its structual components and philosophic underpinnings.</P>
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<P align=justify>PHI 210 </FONT><FONT size=3>Topics in Jewish Philosophy
</P></B>
<P align=justify>Discussion workshop on the Jewish orientation to current issues
and problems.</P>
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<P align=justify>PHI 280 </FONT><FONT size=3>Ethics of the Fathers: (<I>Pirkei
Avos</I>)</P></DIR></DIR></B>
<P align=justify>General overview. Emphasis on major topics such as: charity,
altruism, humility, and centrality of the Torah.</P>
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<P align=justify>PHI 310</FONT><FONT size=3> Introduction to Jewish Experience
</P></B>
<P align=justify>Philosophic analysis of specific biblical commandments with
related texts</P></FONT><FONT size=2>
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<P align=justify>PHI 373 </FONT><FONT size=3>Jewish Philosophy: Interpersonal
Relationships </P></DIR></DIR></B>
<P align=justify>An understanding is given of the psychological and emotional
elements in human relationships with focus on the need for self and mutual
respect and communication skills.</P>
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<P align=justify>PHI </FONT><FONT size=3></FONT><FONT size=1>375</FONT><FONT
size=3> Studies in the Writings of Luzatto II </P></DIR></DIR></B>
<P align=justify>Systematic approach to philosophic teachings. Major topics
covered are: the Creator, the purpose of creation, free will, essence of sin,
and commandments.</P><B>
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<P align=justify>PHI 455 </FONT><FONT size=3>Psalms:
(<I>Tehillim</I>)</P></DIR></DIR></B>
<P align=justify>An in-depth </FONT><FONT size=2>study</FONT><FONT size=3> of
the book of Psalms based on textual study with commentaries. Particular emphasis
is placed on influence on the man/man and man/G-d relationships.</P></FONT><FONT
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<P align=justify>HISTORY</P></FONT><FONT size=2>
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<P align=justify>HIS 230</FONT><FONT size=3> History of the Jewish Community in
the Land of Israel </P></DIR></DIR></B>
<P align=justify>An examination of major historical events, ideologic trends,
and key Rabbinic personalities in the land of Israel in the context of the
larger historic currents of the modern era.</P>
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<P align=justify>PSYCHOLOGY</P></FONT><FONT size=3>
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<P align=justify>PSY 210 </FONT><FONT size=3>Psychology: Principles of Education
</P></DIR></DIR></B>
<P align=justify>Teaching methods in the classroom are studied. Major topics
covered are the goals and objectives in education, the child as an individual,
desirable teacher traits, the lesson plan, questioning techniques, and the use
of multi-media in the classroom.</P></FONT><FONT size=1>
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<P align=justify>EDU 101</FONT><FONT size=3> Introduction to Methodology
</P></DIR></DIR></B>
<P align=justify>Study of classroom management and student evaluation. Major
topics covered include principles of discipline, levels of response, formative
and summative evaluation, communication with parents, creating a classroom
environment, and effective teacher communication.</P>
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<P align=justify>EDU 102 </FONT><FONT size=3>Child Development
</P></DIR></DIR></B>
<P align=justify>Introduction to major concepts in child development.
Familiarization with physical, cognitive, social, and moral milestones in human
development.</P>
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<P align=center>Applying to the School</P></B>
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<P align=justify>Requirements for Admission </P></U>
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<P align=justify>Academic Background: A recent graduate of a Bais Yaakov - type
high school. </P>
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<P align=justify>Jewish Studies Background: Advanced standing in Torah
studies.</P>
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<P align=justify>Jewish Practice: Highly observant with excellent
<I>middos.</P></I>
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<P align=justify>Country of Origin: Students are accepted from any country,
provided they are fluent in English.</P>
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<P align=justify>Commitment: Students must be committed to serious study and
religious growth.</P>
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<P align=justify>Health requirements: In general, good health is required. Those
with physical handicaps may be accepted if they can manage campus life. Students
must be sound emotionally and mentally.</P><U>
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<P>Tuition and Fees</P></U>
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<P align=justify>The cost of a Me’ohr Bais Yaakov education for the academic
year 2004-2005 is $13,900. It includes tuition, room, and full board of three
meals a day. Airfare is not included, nor is medical insurance. </P>
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<P align=justify>If the student is advised that she met all entrance
requirements, her acceptance to the school remains pending until all financial
matters are arranged.</P><U>
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<P align=justify>Medical Coverage </P><B>
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<P align=justify>It is <B><I>mandatory</B></I> that all Me’ohr Bais Yaakov
students join the AIM Gold Plan Hospital and Medical Insurance. This program
covers: </P>
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<P align=justify>· </FONT>Unlimited visits to the AIM Center for examinations
and treatment located near the Neve Yerushalayim campus </P><FONT face=Symbol>
<P align=justify>· </FONT>Emergency room and hospitalization coverage throughout
Israel </P><FONT face=Symbol>
<P align=justify>· </FONT>24-hour hot line with a physician on duty 7 days a
week </P><FONT face=Symbol>
<P align=justify>· </FONT>Emergency dental care</P><FONT face=Symbol>
<P align=justify>· </FONT>Periodic medical checkups</P><FONT face=Symbol>
<P align=justify>· </FONT>Visiting nurse services</P><FONT face=Symbol>
<P align=justify>· </FONT>Prescribed medications included </P><FONT
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<P align=justify>The website for this service is http://www.aim.co.il. The US
phone/fax number is: 1-800-4-AIM-PLAN.</P>
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<P align=justify>Application Procedure </P>
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<P align=justify>Thank you for your interest in applying to Me’ohr Bais Yaakov
Teachers Seminary. Further information about admission procedures and tuition
may be obtained from the American office of Me’ohr Bais Yaakov. <U>Click
here</U> for address.</P>
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<P align=justify>Rabbi Greenwald travels to North America and Europe to
interview students who meet preliminary entrance requirements.</P>
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<P align=center>ALUMNAE</P>
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<P>The Alumnae Website</P></U>
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<P align=justify>Even though you left Me’ohr Bais Yaakov, you are still very
important to us and we want to keep in contact with you. In order to make sure
that we can reach you personally, we need to have updated information about
where you live and work. Please use the <I>Alumna Information and Update</I>
form this purpose. (Click on the link below.)</P>
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<P align=justify>To keep you in touch with your former teachers and classmates,
we have provided a <I>Class Notes</I> section at the end of the <I>Alumna
Information and Update</I> form where you can share your news. If you give us
permission, we will display the news - <I>simchas</I>, achievements, brilliant
thoughts and ideas, etc. on the website, or you can choose to share the
information with your former teachers only. In turn, you can receive news about
your alma mater and your former classmates by viewing the <I>News</I>
section.</P>
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<P align=justify>As a grateful alumna, you undoubtedly want to ensure that many
other young women have the opportunity to receive the best in Jewish education,
regardless of their ability to pay. View <I>Giving to Neve</I> to find out how
you can help.</P>
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<P align=justify>We hope you use this alumnae site frequently. Let us hear from
you.</P><B>
<P></B><U><FONT size=5>Alumna Information and Updates</P>
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<P align=justify>Me’ohr Bais Yaakov and Neve Yerushalayim are very interested in
maintaining contact with you. Please keep us informed of any changes in your
name, address, e-mail, employment, and school. We would also appreciate news of
your <I>simchas,</I> achievements, and other significant events in your life
that you wish to share with your former teachers, and if you so choose, with
your former classmates as well via this website.</P>
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<P align=justify>Click here</U> to update your personal data and/or sends a news
item.</P><U><FONT size=5></U></FONT><B>
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<P>Alumna Information and Update</P></DIR></DIR></DIR></DIR><FONT size=4>
<P>Place a copy of the file called -- Alumnae Information Update (1) doc from
Kelly Klein here</P></B></FONT><FONT size=2>
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<P>Giving to Neve Yerushalayim </P></B></U>
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<P align=justify>When you were a student, you learned how important it is to
express <I>hakoras hatov</I>, your gratitude, to those who gave you spiritual
and material gifts. You also learned in detail about the duty to give
<I>tzedakah</I> to those who are in need. By making a donation to Neve
Yerushalayim, the sponsor of Me’ohr Bais Yaakov, you can fulfill both of these
<I>mitzvos</I>. Your contribution will demonstrate your appreciation of Neve
Yerushalayim’s role in providing you with the best in Jewish education, and at
the same time, it will provide the means to help a needy student acquire a
similar education.</P>
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<P align=justify>Your support can take many forms:</P>
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<P align=justify>1. Make a donation in honor of a dear one, or to commemorate a
momentous event in your life or in the life of someone important to you. Births,
<I>Bar</I>/<I>Bas Mitzvahs</I>, weddings. birthdays, anniversaries, etc., are
wonderful occasions to share your joy by doing a <I>mitzvah</I>. An appropriate
letter will be sent to the honoree upon your request.</P>
<P align=justify>2. Memorialize a loved one with a donation to Neve
Yerushalayim. Upon your request, a condolence letter will be sent to the family
of the deceased. </P>
<P align=justify>3. Set aside your <I>maaser </I>money to send to Neve
Yerushalayim. </P>
<P align=justify>4. If your employer has a matching funds program, make sure
your contribution to Neve Yerushalayim is matched.</P>
<P align=justify>5. Enlist the help of family and friends to make contributions
to Neve Yerushalayim, or make Neve a beneficiary of a will or an Annuity Trust.
Explain that Neve Yerushalayim relies heavily on dedicated donors to help
provide a Jewish education for hundreds of women who lack the means to acquire
it on their own. </P>
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<P align=justify>Contributions to Neve Yerushalayim are tax deductible. All
donations should be sent to the Neve Yerushalayim office in Israel. Click
<U>here</U> for address.</P>
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<P align=justify>You may specify how you would you like your gift to be used.
You may choose to donate to a scholarship fund for a needy student or you may
wish to contribute to a <I>Hachnosas Kallah</I> fund for needy Neve brides
marrying in Israel. You may also donate funds to buy High Holiday prayer books
for incoming students who do not have the funds to purchase their own
<I>machzorim</I>. An appropriate inscription will be inserted on the inside
cover of the prayer books, if you so desire.</P>
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<P align=justify>Our Executive Office in Monsey, New York, arranges fund-raising
dinners and events to which you will be invited. Please participate and show
your support for the work of Neve Yerushalayim. Rabbi Zvi Schachtel, the
director of the Executive Office will be happy to assist you or your family to
make a major gift to Neve, such as establishing a scholarship or dedicating a
classroom in honor of, or in memory of, someone dear. Click <U>here</U> for the
address of the Executive Office.</P>
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<P align=justify>In the merit of your good deeds, may G-d bless you and your
loved ones with good health, long life, happiness, and success. </P>
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<P>News</P></U>
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<P align=justify>Click here</U> to read news submitted by alumnae via the
"<I>Class Notes</I>" section of the Alumna Information Update Form.</P><FONT
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<P>Contact Us</P><B>
<P align=center>In Israel</P></B>
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<P align=center>Me’ohr Bais Yaakov Teachers Seminary</P>
<P align=center>Rechov Harav Frank 36</P>
<P align=center>Bayit Vegan, Jerusalem 96386</P>
<P align=center>ISRAEL</P>
<P align=center>Tel. ++972-2-643-1178 - Mrs. Jodi Jacob</P>
<P align=center>Fax.++972-2-643-1189</P>
<P align=center>E-mail: meohrbyoffice@neveyerushalayim.org.il</P><FONT size=4>
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<P align=center>In America</P></B>
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<P align=center>Me’ohr Bais Yaakov Teachers Seminary</P>
<P align=center>c/o Mrs. Esther Rockove</P>
<P align=center>85-18 109<SUP>th St.</P>
<P align=center>Richmond Hill, NY 11418</P>
<P align=center>U. S. A.</P>
<P align=center>Tel: 718-805-2967</P>
<P align=center>Fax : 718-805-4949</P>
<P align=center>E-mail: meohr@juno.com</P>
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