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The Beit Midrash for Women was
established by two Torah giants, the Roshei Yeshiva of Yeshivat Har
Etzion, Harav Yehuda Amital, shlit"a, and Harav Aharon Lichtenstein,
shlit"a, who render
guidance and educational expertise on an ongoing basis. The majority of
rabbis and teachers are faculty members at Yeshivat Har Etzion and the Yaacov
Herzog College who believe strongly in teaching women, in taking women
seriously as students of Torah, and in providing opportunities for women to
develop as spiritual personalities. The Beit Midrash is dedicated to
fostering a synthesis between high-level, intensive and challenging Torah
study, the spiritual quest for self-realization, and the acceptance of
communal responsibility for Am Yisrael. Students are expected to
devote many hours and great diligence to their studies. The time spent in the
Beit Midrash is very extensive, both in terms of the number of study hours
and the inclusion of shabbatot and chagim as integral parts of
the program. The high level and great breadth of the curriculum creates a
comprehensive “learning community” for women at this prime stage in their
lives.
The Stella K. Abraham Beit Midrash for
Women was established by Yeshivat Har Etzion in 1997 in Migdal Oz, Gush
Etzion, a five-minute walk from Efrat. In Elul 5764, the beautiful and
expansive Beit Midrash building was completed, with windows opening to one of
the most breathtaking views of the Judean hills, providing an appropriate
venue for inspired study and spiritual growth.
In the Beit Midrash, there are three
main learning programs: One-Year
Program - for high school graduates from Israel and
abroad. The Israeli students come either before or after National or Army
Service. Shana Bet- for graduates of the One-Year Programs in Migdal Oz and
in other Midrashot who wish to continue and deepen their Torah study, often
combining this year with university studies or participation in the Teacher
Training Program. Teacher Training Program-
An advanced pedagogic program, an affiliate of the Herzog College, for women
who plan to pursue a career in Jewish education (Tanach, Talmud, and Jewish
Philosophy) on the high school level.
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Last updated on י' שבט תשס"ה 01:08:06 AM by T. Fuss