A good Booke is the precious lifeblood of a master Spirit, imbalm’d and treasur’d up on purpose to a life beyond life.
Lobel Classical Press
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The Lobel Classical Press Library
Introduce your students to the riches of Western civilization from a Jewish perspective.
Lobel Classical Press provides excellent and user-friendly curricular materials at every grade level. Consistent with the classical tradition, these works guide students to draw inspiration from the greatest works of the West and to understand Judaism’s unique contributions to Western civilization.
We are developing a comprehensive line of textbooks, teacher guides, and student guides that will facilitate the study of the entire span of Western thought and culture. Our curriculum is designed for integrated and cumulative use from K-12, but parts of the curriculum can be taught as stand-alone modules if enough background context is provided.
CORE
PRINCIPLES
We are animated by the following convictions:
Principle 1
The liberal arts are essential to forming free people and should be studied with rigor and breadth.
Principle 2
Jewish principles and understandings lie at the heart of Western culture, which is the heritage and responsibility of every Jew.
Principle 3
Reading and understanding the canonical texts of the West—including those of Judaism—is indispensable for educating informed, committed, and covenantal Jews.
Principle 4
Language mastery and fluency—in Hebrew, Latin, and Greek, as well as in modern languages—should begin as early as possible.
Principle 5
It is vital for American Jews to celebrate and strengthen their exceptional country, cultivating virtuous and loyal citizenship while also supporting Israel—the world’s only Jewish state.
Principle 6
Students learn best from master teachers–both those in the classroom today and the great thinkers and cultural figures from history.
Frequently Asked
Questions
How is this curriculum different from all other curricula?
Our curricular materials provide a comprehensive walkthrough of the art of teaching the story of Western civilization. They are user-friendly, and in most cases they are organized on a recommended lesson-by-lesson basis to maximize ease of use.
I want my child to develop a meaningful spiritual life in addition to intellectual growth. Is your curriculum spiritual?
Yes! This is an education of the spirit as much as it is one for the intellect. The spirit of the West – its poetry, culture, and deepest aspirations – were deeply influenced by Jewish assumptions, and this course explains how. Students will come away with a deeper appreciation for their religion and with a sense of responsibility for their civilization.
Can I teach individual works on their own or do I need to use the entire curriculum?
Yes, it is possible to teach individual modules, so long as care is taken to provide sufficient background information to students before beginning an isolated topic drawn from the curriculum.
Is this curriculum appropriate for different types of Jewish schools?
The curriculum was designed for both Orthodox and non-Orthodox audiences.
Can the curriculum be used in non-day school settings like Sunday schools?
Yes. In fact, these materials teach Jewish history and religion in inspiring ways, introducing them in the context of the broader Western story that Judaism influenced.
I homeschool my children. Can I buy your curriculum?
Currently, our curriculum is being piloted in a handful of Jewish day schools and is not yet available for public purchase. Once the curriculum has been refined through classroom experience, we plan to make it available for purchase.
