Program Description
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Target group
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Number of participants benefiting from the program
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Special features of the program
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Historical background
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Plans
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In Israel, 45 study groups focus on Judaism representing some 25
cities. Bayit LeMidrash (immigrants) is taught by Olim and is intended
for Olim. The classes are conducted twice a week. Monthly seminars for
group leaders are held in Jerusalem. A pilot project has been launched
in Siberia.
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Olim who are interested in the study of Judaism in small group settings.
Separate groups for young people and adults. Group leaders are Olim
themselves.
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5-600 participants in Israel.
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Bayit LeMidrash is modeled after the small group settings popular
in Russia. The clubs are free of any political or religious identification,
thereby allowing Bayit LeMidrash members to focus seriously on their
studies.
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Bayit LeMidrash began in 1998 with 10 groups and has quickly grown
into 45 groups in Israel. 3 groups meet in prison, which began first
in Beer Sheva.
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Expanding the number of groups. Continuing the development of materials
and strengthening the education of the instructors.
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