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Winter Pardes Learning Seminar

Three days of meaningful learning, reflection, and connection—wherever you are in the world.

The Winter Pardes Learning Seminar offers a three-day online immersion into the rhythm and meaning of the Jewish year. Open to learners of all backgrounds, this program blends rigorous text study, dynamic havruta learning, and engaging discussions with the warmth and accessibility of Pardes’s signature approach.

Guided by our renowned faculty, participants explore how the Jewish calendar itself tells a story of faith, resilience, and renewal—and how each sacred season invites personal transformation.

Details

A three-day live online learning intensive bringing Jewish texts to life through havruta study, dynamic classes, and conversation with Pardes faculty. Explore compelling ideas, encounter diverse perspectives, and discover new meaning alongside a community of curious learners.

Dates

January 17–19, 2027 | Live online via Zoom

Three days of deep learning, meaningful conversation, and connection with Pardes faculty and fellow learners, all from the comfort of home.

Who it’s for

Open to learners of all backgrounds. Designed for beginners and experienced learners; no Hebrew or prior study is required.

Cost

Sponsorship Level: $500;
Standard Registration: $360;
Young/Community Professional: $250;
Student: $150.

Includes all sessions, digital materials, and access to recordings.

This Year’s Theme

Sacred Seasons – A Journey Through the Jewish Year

From the awe of the High Holidays to the freedom of Pesach, from the resilience of Chanukah to the reflection of Tisha B’Av, the Jewish year moves through a powerful cycle of emotion and meaning.

This year’s Winter Seminar invites you to step into that rhythm—discovering how ancient texts, prayers, and traditions illuminate the sanctity of time and the texture of Jewish life.

Through havruta study, interactive classes, and communal reflection, you’ll find new insight in familiar moments and uncover how every festival, fast, and milestone can speak more personally to your own journey.

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Experience

  • Three Days of Deep Learning – Thought-provoking classes and guided havruta study led by Pardes faculty.
  • Accessible and Interactive – Study from home with live, real-time sessions and opportunities for small-group discussion.
  • Diverse Community – Join participants from around the world for shared learning and meaningful connection.
  • Flexible and Enriching – Designed for both beginners and experienced learners—no Hebrew or prior study required.
  • Timely and Timeless – Discover how each Jewish season offers enduring wisdom for today’s world.

Why the winter seminar?

The Winter Pardes Learning Seminar brings the heart of the Jerusalem Beit Midrash into your home. It’s a chance to slow down, reconnect with Jewish time, and experience the intellectual vitality and spiritual warmth that make Pardes so beloved.

Participants describe the seminar as both intellectually invigorating and personally grounding—a way to carry the inspiration of learning into the year ahead.

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Pardes Learning Seminar 2027 Application

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WINTER 2027 PARDES LEARNING SEMINAR – ONLINE
Thank you for your interest in the Winter 2027 Pardes Learning Seminar Online! The Seminar takes place January 17-19, 2027. For more details about the Seminar, please visit the Seminar webpage.

We offer multiple payment tiers for the Online Seminar (indicated below). Please select the tier that is most appropriate for you. You will receive a link to pay in the confirmation email.

If you have any questions or technical issues while completing this form, please contact Jason Schwartz at jasons@pardes.org.il.

For those attending with a friend or family member, each member of your party must fill out the online application.

SUMMER 2027 PARDES LEARNING SEMINAR
Thank you for your interest in the Summer 2027 Pardes Learning Seminar! The seminar takes place July 4-8, 2027. For more details about the Seminar, please visit the Seminar webpage.

Sponsorship Level: $2,500 ($700 tax deductible donation)
Standard In-Person Tuition: $1,800
Early Bird 10% Discount Until February 15, 2026

In-Person tuition covers the cost of all sessions, touring expenses, and meals during sessions. It does not cover airfare, hotel accommodations, and other meals. While air flight and hotel accommodations must be arranged individually by each participant, we will be happy to advise you in locating appropriate accommodations.

Deposit: A minimum tuition payment of $180 is due with the application to secure your spot. Tuition must be paid in full 30 days prior to the start of the Seminar.

Cancellation Policy: Tuition is fully refundable if Pardes is notified of a cancellation more than six weeks prior to the program start date. If a cancellation is made within six weeks of the program start date, the $180 is retained by Pardes and can either be held towards a future tuition payment or credited as a donation. The remainder of any tuition payments made will be refunded.

If you have any questions or technical issues while completing this form, please contact Jason Schwartz at jasons@pardes.org.il.

For those attending with a friend or family member, each member of your party must fill out the online application.

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WINTER PARDES LEARNING SEMINAR – ONLINE

Thank you for applying to the Winter Pardes Learning Seminar Online! 


Please visit our Online PLS Payment Portal to submit your selected tuition amount. Alternatively, you can submit your deposit or tuition over the phone by calling Simon Dick at 212-447-4333 or emailing simon@pardes.org.


After submitting your application below, a member of our team will review your application and be in touch within a few days. For more details about the Seminar, please visit our webpage or contact seminar@pardes.org.il with any questions.


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SUMMER PARDES LEARNING SEMINAR – IN-PERSON

Thank you for applying to the Summer Pardes Learning Seminar in Jerusalem! 


Please visit our payment page to submit your $180 deposit or the full tuition amount. If you are eligible for the Early Bird 10% discount (registration prior to December 31, 2026), please use the promo code EARLY10. Alternatively, you can submit your deposit or tuition over the phone by calling Simon Dick at 212-447-4333 or emailing simon@pardes.org.


After submitting your application below, a member of our team will review your application and be in touch within a few days. For more details about the Seminar, please visit our webpage or contact seminar@pardes.org.il with any questions.


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Adults of all backgrounds who want to explore Jewish texts in a thoughtful, welcoming environment.

A computer or tablet with a reliable internet connection; all materials are provided digitally.

Yes. Sessions are scheduled to accommodate North American and Israeli participants, and recordings are available for those in other regions.

Absolutely. Each session includes havruta learning and breakout discussions to foster genuine connection.

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