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Pardes from Jerusalem

Pardes from Jerusalem

Auteur(s): Pardes Institute of Jewish Studies
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 Pardes from Jerusalem features a weekly discussion using Torah, Talmud and other Jewish texts to explain themes from the weekly Torah portion. The Pardes faculty is featured each week. For more information about all Pardes programs and events visit www.pardes.org.il.755796 Judaïsme Spiritualité
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