Religious Philosophy
Both traditional Jewish texts and Jewish history are studied reverently and critically to
understand their centrality and relevance to modern day Jewish life. Hebrew is taught both as a
modern language and a language that facilitates identification with Jewish text and the
State of Israel. At PJA, we celebrate holidays and practice Jewish traditions to connect with
Jewish history and the cycle of nature, and to nurture spiritual life.
PJA's goal is to nurture a sense of wonder for the sublime in life and an awareness of God.
Students study Jewish moral and religious world views, which guide our actions and promote
social justice. As the covenantal partnership, shituf p'eula, is taught, the students develop
a sense of active responsibility for humanity. Students learn to view themselves as responsible
citizens of the United States and the world, and to be intimately bound up with the future of
the Jewish people and Israel.
