When to Stand, When to Bow

When to Stand, When to Bow: A Prayer Class from Sanctuary to Shabbat Table

You know the basics. But when you walk into a synagogue, do you know when to stand, bow, or sit? What if you're called up to the Torah? Could you lead Shabbat at home without wondering what comes next?

This five-week, in-person class is for anyone who wants to feel more comfortable doing Jewish. We'll practice the prayers and rituals, learn the unwritten rules of synagogue, and bring more Shabbat into our homes. Every class ends with time for your questions.

Miller Intro alumni and all curious learners welcome.

What We'll Explore:

Nov 14 · Shema & Synagogue 101: Talking to G-d, Walking In with Confidence & What to Wear (Tallit & Kippah)
Nov 21 · Amidah: Step, Stand, Bow
Nov 28: No class, Happy Thanksgiving!
Dec 5 · The Torah Service: What to Do When You're Called Up
Dec 12 · Mi Shebeirach & Kaddish: Comfort in Illness, Loss & Mourning
Dec 19 · Shabbat at Home: Candles, Singing Kiddush & Your Own Table

Details:
When: Saturdays, 11:15 AM–12:15 PM, November 14–December 19
Where: 350 South Beverly Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90212
Tuition: $180 for the full series. Payment plans available; we never want cost to stand in the way.
In person only.

Questions? Email MaasCenter@aju.edu

Make It a Saturday Morning
This class meets right after the final five sessions of Ancient Stories, Real Life: Ten Weeks in the Torah (Saturdays, 10–11 AM), in the same location.
Sign up for the Torah class Full Series plus this prayer class and save $135. That's 25% off! For just $45 more than the Full Series alone, you can join us for both. A promo code will be emailed to you when you register for the Full Series.

About Rabbi Tarlan Rabizadeh
Rabbi Tarlan Rabizadeh is Vice President of Jewish Engagement at American Jewish University, Director of the Maas Center for Jewish Journeys, and Director of Miller Intro to Judaism. She is passionate about making Jewish learning accessible, relevant, and engaging.
Presented by American Jewish University's Maas Center for Jewish Journeys.