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Apr 25, 2024
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2016-2017 Academic Bulletin [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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RELST 229 - The Jewish Bible: How the Rabbis Read It
Credits: 4
An examination of the Hebrew Bible and the rabbis’ unique process of interpretation called midrash. This course encourages a multi-faith conversation on the challenges posed by these texts to people of the twenty-first century and cultivates awareness of the contemporary relevance of the so-called “Old Testament.” Scripture is approached as a source of practical wisdom that may form a basis for personal and collective self-understanding.
Distribution Requirements: HE, PD.
This course counts toward the International Studies major.
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