The Psalms and the Beatitudes: A Jewish-Christian Quaker Dialogue

An interfaith gathering and dinner exploring Jewish and Christian interpretations of the Psalms and the Beatitudes. 

Jesus of Nazareth has often been called by Christian scholars like Amy Jill Levine, the world‘s “most misunderstood Jew.” When his teachings are viewed through Jewish and Quaker lenses, his very Jewish teachings can emerge as powerful inspiration for both of our communities.

Join Rabbi Marcia Prager and Quaker educator Rebecca Mays as they invite you into their multi-decade adventure in Jewish-Christian Quaker dialogue. Our focus in this Sunday afternoon gathering, which culminates in a sumptuous shared vegetarian dinner, will be the section from Jesus‘s teachings called the Beatitudes in the gospel of Matthew and Luke.   

Our study and group sharing will uncover the Psalms Jesus and his Jewish audience would have easily recognized as the source and influence for his interpretation of what makes us truly fortunate.    

Join us to share fresh understandings of these texts, bringing your own insights and perspectives.   

Come prepared for new ideas and new friends with whom you may wish to continue these engaging conversations.