Prague
June 2025
Explored the many parts of the Jewish Museum of Prague, including the Altneue Synagogue and the Jewish Cemetery.
Visited the Theresienstadt Ghetto , learning about the history of Jews during the Shoah in the Czech Republic.
Enjoyed Shabbat with the local community and continued on for a jam-packed week of compelling Torah together from Pardes faculty.
Toured through the Charles Bridge and Prague Castle.
“The experience provides an opportunity to learn with others of different backgrounds cultures and religious perspectives not available in the more usual learning environment. The Jewish community of Prague was supportive and committed to continuing Jewish learning.” – David
“This week has been a reminder of what good education is like. Being here has been inspiring. More than the ambiance, the beautiful city, the education in history, I am taking back with me a reminder of how to be a good educator. Thank you” – Cheryl
Budapest
June 2024
- Enjoyed Shabbat with the local community and continued on for jam-packed week of compelling Torah together from Pardes faculty
- Explored the Shoes on the Danube and The Glass House, a Holocaust safe house
- Visited a medieval synagogue and viewed a pre-Holocaust Torah scroll
- Took a ride up to Buda, and experienced the bustling city of Budapest
“My favorite part of the day was studying Torah with participants from all walks of life and sharing our stories with each other. Touring Budapest was the icing on the cake.” – Manny
“One of the highlights was celebrating Shabbat with the local community, seeing all the young Jews who are dedicated to connecting to their Judaism right in Budapest.” – Charly
Berlin
June 2023
- Partnered with Hillel Deutschland for an exciting week of learning, touring and fun
- Rav Rahel Berkovitz led a thought-provoking shiur on whether Halakha can meet the needs of the religious gay community, examining modern responses and the importance of love and relationships
- Enjoyed an incredible night of learning with Rabbi Zvi Hirschfield, exploring the origins and modern debates of conversion (giyur) in halakha
“Amazing voyage of self-discovery through the study of Torah and the study of history. Not to be missed “ – Sergio
