Session I: Undergraduate Mini-Semester
This is a unique learning experience in which students explore the riches of the Bible and rabbinic literature. Courses are given only at the undergraduate level and are open to students of JTS’s Albert A. List College of Jewish Studies, as well as undergraduates enrolled at other universities. Outside students need to demonstrate proficiency in Hebrew beyond the introductory level.
Enrollment in this intensive program is limited; students are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Because of the intensity of the courses, attendance is mandatory. Students are allowed one excused absence, as determined by the instructor. Classes meet six days a week, Sunday through Friday, and each course earns three credits.
2025 Dates
May 15–June 1
2025 Session I Courses
BIB 3501: Peshat and Derash: Two Lenses on Torah (3 credits)
Loraine Enlow
[SMTWRF 12:30–3:10 p.m. ET]
A comparison of classical rabbinic exegesis and modern commentators on selected biblical texts. The course includes an analysis of the similarities and differences of these two different perspectives on identical passages. Prerequisite: HEB 2201 or equivalent.
RLC 3014: Translating Rabbis: The Septuagint and the Politics of Translation in Rabbinic Literature (3 credits)
Daniel Golde
[SMTWRF 9:00–11:40 a.m. ET]
This course will focus on the story about the translation of the Torah into Greek in the Babylonian Talmud. In addition to this story, this course will introduce rabbinic texts from the Mishna and Tosefta that discuss the attitudes of the rabbis toward translation in order to frame the Bavli narrative. Students will learn about the history of representing rabbinic texts in English translation.
Note: Current JTS students can register online by going to MyJTS.
More JTS Summer Sessions
In addition to our first summer session, we also offer two other summer sessions, featuring graduate-level courses that are open to both undergraduate and graduate students.
Registration and Deadlines
For JTS Students
- Current JTS students can register online by going to MyJTS.
For newly admitted List College students
- Please contact lcadmissions@jtsa.edu for information on course registration post-enrollment.
Deadlines
Acceptance emails will be sent out beginning in late April, which will include registration information. Should you apply after April, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
The cost of each course is $2,316, inclusive of all fees. Payment will be required in full upon enrollment.
Questions? Feel free to contact us at admissions@jtsa.edu.
