Under the auspices of Midrash Shmuel's rosh yeshiva HaRav
Binyomin Moskovits, high school students from London and
Canada have once again joined the unique learning atmosphere
of Midrash Shmuel for the summer. As in previous years, the
Midrash summer program combines day-long learning with
activities and trips to create a meaningful and exciting
experience for its participants. The holiness and beauty of
Yerushalayim provides an evocative backdrop for the daily
learning.
Shiurim include the yeshiva's daily iyun gemora
shiur with HaRav Zvi Solomon as well as hashkofoh,
halochoh, and mussar shiurim with senior
avreichim. Participants thus receive a true taste of
learning in yeshiva in Eretz Yisroel.
Rabbi David Solomon, Midrash Shmuel administrator and
coordinator of the summer program, is particularly pleased
with the program so far. "The boys have settled in to the
Midrash Shmuel atmosphere with ease, enjoying the daily
routine of yeshiva. One of our objectives is to impress upon
the boys that full time learning is a fulfilling and
enjoyable experience."
Alongside the learning and shiurim, students also have
time to relax. They enjoy sports programs and evening
activities, as well as organized events and trips around
Israel. The group has already visited memorable sights around
Yerushalayim and in the coming weeks will be meeting the
gedolim in Bnei Brak, visiting the holy sites of the
Galil, and swimming in the Dead Sea.
Participants in Midrash's summer program are enjoying and
welcoming the yeshiva's balance: its serious attitude towards
learning while understanding students' need for warmth and
fun. As one of the participants from London commented, "I'm
still amazed how easy it is to approach the fifth year
bochurim immersed in their learning."
