ONLINE: Embracing peace (“shalom”) has long been a value within Judaism that is rooted in its religious texts, from the biblical commandment to "love thy neighbor as thyself" through Rabbi Hillel's injunction to engage in "loving peace and pursuing peace." But the practical question of how to pursue peace as a nation in modern times only arose with the emerging conflict in Palestine and later Israel. This course surveys the various peace movements that have arisen in Israel from the 1920s through the 21st century. Some were only fleeting, but others have made their mark on Israeli society and continue to drive the country's peace camp. Through primary sources, students will learn about the main movements, their goals and their impact, particularly since the 1980s. They will take from this a deeper understanding of the struggles these peace movements have faced in trying to realize their visions and become more familiar with the current state of peace movements in Israel. | Lecture + Q&A.
Max enrollment: 24.
Class sessions are recorded.
