Portland Open Beit Midrash
Bringing open, radical, egalitarian Torah learning to Portland and beyond.
Talmud Chaburot
Skill-based study cohorts that meet over the course of a zman.
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Introduction to Talmud
Rabbi Emily Aviva Kapor-Mater
A welcoming entry point to Talmud study for learners who can read their alef-bet and want to begin working with rabbinic texts. No other knowledge of Hebrew or Aramaic is required—the only thing that’s needed is a desire to learn! Full course details coming soon.
If you’re interested in joining us, please send us a message.
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Intermediate Talmud Study Cohort
Rabbi Emily Aviva Kapor-Mater
A continuing cohort for students with some Talmud experience, ready to deepen their skills in reading, chavruta practice, and engaging with the rabbinic conversation. Full course details coming soon.
If you’re interested in joining us, please send us a message.
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Advanced Study Cohort
Rabbi Emily Aviva Kapor-Mater
An advanced cohort for experienced learners. Topics for the zman will be chosen in conversation with the group. Full course details coming soon.
If you’re interested in joining us, please send us a message.
Upcoming Classes
Shorter-horizon and one-off classes outside the chaburot calendar.
No classes are currently scheduled. Please check back soon.
Community Events
Upcoming community appearances and guest teachings.
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Tikkun Leil Shavuot
Come join Rabbi Emily at Congregation Shir Tikvah’s Shavuot study session!
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Portland Shuk
Rabbi Emily will be teaching at the Portland Shuk: a day of Ideas, Contemporary Art, and Culture.
Contact
Questions? Want to join a class? Send us a note.