'We get to learn about other cultures, and inviting kids in who aren't the same culture as us it's a new experience and it's fun,' one of the students said.
For the first time ever, a Sonoma Hebrew school has opened up to non-Jewish students in a bid to help combat anti-Semitism.For the past ten years, you could find Rabbi Steve Finley teaching Hebrew school at his small Jewish congregation in the city of Sonoma.For the first time ever, the group has opened up to non-Jewish students in a bid to help combat anti-Semitism.
"The idea was that the more kids that come study with us, learn our ways, experience our traditions and know us on a personal level," said Rabbi Steve Finley of Congregation Shir Shalom.During class, they learn everything from the teachings of the Torah to ancient Jewish holidays and traditions.
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