Limmud NY 2016

This engaging and inspiring session - averaging two genuine belly laughs per minute - explores humor in ancient and modern Jewish tradition, and considers why laughter has been such an integral part of Jewish culture.  Why are Jews are so funny? What is the psychological, physical, and spiritual value of clean, un-hurtful comedy? How can humor be a coping mechanism in times of transition, celebration, and stress? How can laughter play a critical role in tikkun olam (repairing the world)?