Adult Perspectives - R-Rated Bible Stories for Adults

Sun 1 May, 3:30-5 pm. SAJ, 15 West 86th St., NY, NY, New York, 10024. Rabbi Peter Schweitzer, (212) 213-1002. Free. The City Congregation - [website][email][events]

The term “Bible stories” sounds harmless and family-friendly, but the truth is that many of these tales are for adults only. Consider the account of Noah getting drunk and naked. Or Lot having relations with his daughters. Or Judah with his daughter-in-law, Tamar. And let’s not forget the rape of Dinah and the ensuing vengeance and slaughter. Besides the temple prostitutes and orgies, there is enough murder and mayhem, conniving and deceit to make a good Netflix series. Come find out about all the stories they never taught you in Sunday School