Two Types of Mahlokot

Yom Rabin reminds us of the crucial need to engage with those with whom we disagree in accordance with the Jewish value of mahloket le-shem shamayim (loosely translated as ‘constructive disagreement.’)

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Goals:

• Students will explore the distinction between a mahloket le-shem shamayim and a mahloket lo le-shem shamayim. 
• Students will consider the question of why it is so hard to achieve mahloket le-shem shamayim.
• Students will learn practical tips for engaging with the other in accordance with the value of mahloket le-shem shamayim.

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Accompanying resources:

• Educator's Guide‍
• Slides
• Student Workbook

‍* These resources are excerpts from a full curriculum called Mahloket Matters Teens: Navigating Inner Challenges and Societal Discord through Jewish Text and Social-Emotional Learning. Please click here for more information about the full curriculum or contact mm@pardes.org.

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