Life Sciences Meet the Torah: Bridging Academic Knowledge and Biblical Wisdom

This unique course offers a fascinating journey into the remarkable connections between in-depth scientific knowledge and ancient Torah wisdom. Through an innovative, interdisciplinary approach, we examine how research insights from the broad field of life sciences are illuminated and gain deeper meaning when viewed through the prism of Torah passages.

Course content includes:

• Genetics and Twins: The molecular basis of identical and fraternal twin phenomena, contextualized within the biblical account of Jacob and Esau's birth.

• Metabolism and Nutrition: The importance of food for cellular and metabolic activity, and energy production pathways in the body, against the backdrop of Moses' fast on Mount Sinai.

• The Circulatory System: Blood functions and cellular composition, in reference to the Torah's prohibition on blood consumption.

• Biology of Venomous Animals: An introduction to diverse dangerous and unique animals, as part of the biblical blessing "I will remove savage beasts from the land."

This distinctive methodology allows for a deepening of scientific knowledge while learning and internalizing Torah values. The integrative approach exposes students to profound insights about the wonders of creation and the wisdom inherent in its design.

* The course material will be tailored to the age of the learners.