Out of This World – Reaching Beyond the Limits of Time and Space Through the Derech Hashem
$197.00
Through the Ramchal’s Derech Hashem, learn about spiritual and physical worlds, angels, Dark Angels, Shedim, good and evil and more.
Through Part 4 of Jewish Workshop’s Derech Hashem: Out of this World, Rabbi Tatz will explore:
- Pre-Messianic and Messianic periods
- Life and Death
- Spiritual and Physical Worlds
- The Intermediate Worldsֲ – Angels, Dark Angels, “Shedim” and otherֲ spiritual beings
- Transcendental Forces
- Good and Evil
- The Methods of the Soul to Affect and Purify the Body
- And more…
Class Schedule:
Class 1: Discover map of the spiritual world. Delineate the history of This World, the placement of the Messianic Age, the Resurrection of the Dead, and the World to Come. Capture a glimpse of the meaning of Gan Eden and Gehinom and explore a deeper view of death.
Class 2: Delve into an exploration of the Messianic Era, when this stage will take place, the purpose of this period, and why it is necessary.
Class 3: Explore the separation between body and soul and the ensuing process for both. Examine the purpose for burial, the eternal connection between body and soul, the uniqueness of the lineage of Mashiach, and more.
Class 4: Examine the consciousness of the soul from the stage immediately after death until its place in the World of Souls, the significance of mourning and the effect the living can have on souls who have passed from this world. Learn of the issues inherent in contacting souls and the pain this causes them.
Class 5: Continue the journey of the body and the soul after death, the purpose and necessity of the body and its ultimate reunion after the Resurrection.
Class 6: Gain insight into the meaning of eitzahֲ ֲ daas Torah, the relationship between the soul, the body both in this world and the next, and how to recognize who we are as a human.
Class 7: Explore the inner workings of our character, the critical task of personality control and development,ֲ the soul within the body and the inherent importance of both the body and soul.
Class 8: Consider the relationship between This World and the Next World, how this concept applies to Shabbos, how to relate to the physical world and our goal and purpose for living within it.
Class 9: Contemplate the nature of mitzvot and their potential to perfect ourselves and the world. Through this framework, gain a deeper understanding as to the advantage of doing an act that was commanded over one which was not.
Class 10: Discover a fundamental premise to resolve the seeming conflict between Judaism’s view of perishusֲ (minimizing pleasure of the material world) and its requirements to partake and enjoy from the physical world. Learn about proper balance when engaging in activities which are necessary but not obligatory.
Class 11: Gain the answer to the question regarding the priority between honoring a father and a grandfather. Explore the two purposes of the mitzvos, the basic intention one must always have when performing one, and deeper insight into our “imperfect” world and our goal of perfecting it.
Class 12: Examine the proper attitude toward daily living activities and how they relate to our service of Hashem. Gain a deeper appreciation as to why we must respect every aspect of the world, including the inanimate, and learn the importance of both love and fear in our relationship with Hashem.
By Joining Now, You Will Get:
- Access to 12 Weeks of classes via streaming or download
- Easy online access to class recordings in your own personal membership area
- Bonus 1: Direct Email Access
Additional information
| Access Period | Lifetime Access |
|---|---|
| Lecturer | Rabbi Dr. Akiva Tatz |
| Number of Classes | 12 |
| Length per class | 50-70 minutes |
| Format | Video (Camera) |
| Recorded from Interactive Session | Yes |
Rabbi Dr. Akiva Tatz
Rabbi Dr. Akiva Tatz is a South African born physician, author, and lecturer. He studied medicine in Johannesburg with elective work at Washington University in St. Louis. He spent a number of years concurrently practicing medicine and engaging in Talmudic study in Israel.
Founder and director of the Jerusalem Medical Ethics Forum, Rabbi Dr. Tatz teaches and promotes knowledge of Jewish medical ethics internationally. He is the author of the textbook Dangerous Disease and Dangerous Therapy in Jewish Medical Ethics.
Rabbi Akiva Tatz has also written a number of books on the subjects of Jewish philosophy, including Anatomy of a Search, Living Inspired, Worldmask, Letters to a Buddhist Jew, Will, Freedom & Destiny, and As Dawn Ends the Night. His books are also available in French, Italian, Spanish, German, Russian and Portuguese translations.
Rabbi Dr. Tatz is a Jewish Workshops community leader, building personal relationships with his members and offering an in-depth learning experience. He also teaches at the Jewish Learning Exchange in London and lectures to a diverse audience worldwide.
Courses by Rabbi Dr. Akiva Tatz:
I enjoyed very much and learned a lot about subjects I hadn’t even realized were controversial. Thank you Rabbi Tatz for sharing your wealth of knowledge in this complex and crucial area.
I can get a basic shiur anywhere or learn basic things on my own. I cannot tell you how much I appreciate the deeper depth approach Rabbi Tatz comes from. Its just so enjoyable.
The program is excellent. Rabbi Dr. Akiva Tatz holds the attention of the listener to the point that one sits at the edge of the seat in anticipation- waiting for the questions he poses and the subsequent answers. In two words: Awe Inspiring.
