The Voice is the Messenger of the Heart: Shared Stories Still Work Best.

Date

2003

Authors

Schram, Peninnah

Journal Title

Journal ISSN

Volume Title

Publisher

Rabbinical Council of America

YU Faculty Profile

Abstract

This essay will explore Jewish storytelling as an inspirational and creative educational tool to instill emotional and educated connections to Judaism. After examining the great stock of sacred and secular Jewish stories, we will address the roles of stories, the effective ways they enlighten listeners, and their telling. Our purpose is to encourage the use of this influential and effective educational tool by educators, rabbis, parents, and students alike, in all areas of formal and informal education.

Description

Scholarly journal article

Keywords

Storytelling in education, Instilling emotional connections to Judaism

Citation

Schram, Peninnah. (Winter 2008). The Voice is the Messenger of the Heart: Shared Stories Still Work Best. Tradition 37(4): 5-37.