Holocaust Series ?

Respected Jewish educator and historian Dr. Ken Hanson will present a six-part Holocaust seminar series sponsored by Congregation Bet Chaim in Casselberry, beginning April 18.

The seminars' format reflects Hanson's career-long study of Jewish and biblical history and his studies at Yad Vashem in Jerusalem. "I've learned that presenting the Holocaust is giving my audience the insight to raise the right questions," Hanson said.

Hanson will focus on what makes the Holocaust unique in history, how it is different from other genocides such as in Rwanda and Cambodi. "It is the most universal oppression in history," he said.

Using a variety of multimedia tools including film clips and music, Hanson's dramatic flair brings history alive for his audiences. He will also display a Torah scroll that was hidden from Nazi destruction.

The first seminar, The Longest Hatred: The Sad Legacy of Christian Anti-Semitism explores the roots of anti-Semitism by examining the connection between anti-Semitism and Christian Europe. From the Crusades to Martin Luther, from charges of "blood libel" to the Spanish Inquisition, Hanson reveals the extent to which the excesses of theology laid the foundation for twentieth century terrors and explores what can be done now to bridge the gap of misunderstanding.

 

Where:	Congregation Bet Chaim 426 Lakeport Cove Casselberry, FL 32707
Register:	treasurer@bet-chaim.org
Cost:	$10 per seminar or $50 for all 6. $50 package includes certificate for free Shabbat dinner at Congregation Bet Chaim
June 6 at 4 PM	The Rise of the Nazis: Things We Never Knew
July 18 at 4 PM	The Final Solution: The Pivotal Year that Changed Everything
August 22 at 4 PM	Jewish Faith in the Holocaust
To Be Determined	The Allies and the Holocaust: A Question of Guilt Holocaust Denial: How Can We Respond?