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Bridging Traditions
The Jewish Roots of Christianity
Designed for Christian colleges and universities exploring the shared foundations of Judaism and Christianity.
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Trusted by 700+ Students Across 13 Course Offerings
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From small seminar settings to gatherings of more than 100 participants, this course has consistently engaged Christian audiences seeking deeper historical understanding.
Christian theology is often taught without its Jewish context.
This course restores historical and scriptural foundations, helping students understand the New Testament within its original Jewish framework.
Interfaith dialogue is needed but rarely structured.
Students gain clarity through respectful, text-based exploration of shared religious heritage.
Historical depth strengthens theological confidence.
By understanding Jewish history, tradition, and culture, students engage Christian scripture with greater context and insight.
Proven Teaching Experience
This course has been taught 13 times to more than 700 students, including large-format audiences of over 100 participants.
Flexible Course Format
The course can be delivered as a guest lecture, seminar series, or multi-session program, depending on the needs of the institution.
Engaging Instruction
Complex historical and theological material is presented in a clear, engaging format that encourages thoughtful discussion.
Course Structure
Origins of the Jewish People
Covenant, Family & the Birth of a Nation
From Slavery to Freedom
Kings, Prophets & the Shaping of Israel
Prophets and Ethical Monotheism
Rome, Jesus, and the First Century
The Separation of Judaism & Christianity
From Abraham to Constantine
This eight-session course traces the historical and theological journey from the early Hebrew Patriarchs to the emergence of Christianity within the Jewish world of the first century. Through historical context, scripture, and discussion, students explore the shared roots of Judaism and Christianity and gain a deeper understanding of how both traditions developed from a common foundation.
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Reflections from participants who have taken Rabbi Jay’s course on the Jewish Roots of Christianity.
Meet Your Instructor
Rabbi & Course Instructor
Rabbi Jay Shupack
Rabbi Jay Shupack has spent more than sixty years studying Jewish history, scripture, and tradition. His teaching focuses on helping Christian audiences understand the Jewish historical and cultural context in which Christianity emerged.
Throughout his career, Rabbi Jay has worked with churches, educators, and community groups exploring the shared roots of Judaism and Christianity. His approach combines historical insight, scriptural study, and thoughtful discussion that makes complex topics accessible to diverse audiences.
Through his course The Jewish Roots of Christianity, Rabbi Jay helps students examine the historical foundations of the Christian faith within its original Jewish setting, encouraging deeper understanding and respectful engagement between the two traditions.
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Rabbi Jay welcomes invitations from universities, Christian colleges, churches, and educational programs interested in exploring the Jewish roots of Christianity.
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If you are interested in hosting this course at your colleges, universities, and theology or religious studies programs, Rabbi Jay welcomes the opportunity to connect and discuss how the course could serve your students.
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