“Discover how Jewish tradition turns giving into a force for fairness and change.
Overview
This adult Chumash lesson reframes tzedakah as more than charity — it's an essential act of justice and responsibility. Participants explore classical sources, chavruta discussions, and real-life experiences to understand how tzedakah reflects righteousness (tzedek) and moral obligation. The 45-minute session emphasizes giving beyond money, including time, skills, and advocacy, helping learners connect Jewish values to modern acts of social responsibility.
What's Included
- Personal reflection and sharing of past giving experiences
- Chavruta study with source sheet and guided questions
- Group discussion connecting tzedakah to justice
- Exploration of Maimonides' teachings on helping others help themselves
- Practical application exercises and "My Action Plan"
- Consideration of modern social responsibility
- Guided teacher reflection