Jewish Education 30207 - Using Art as Midrash

Institution:

Gratz College

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This course will examine works of art on Adam and Eve and the Garden of Eden, the story of Cain and Abel and the Binding of Isaac. Works of art based on the Biblical narrative are increasingly available on the Internet and may be used in a variety of ways: 1) to see how artists understood the Bible visually in different period; 2) to see the interaction between written and visual interpretations; 3) as a trigger for students' own artistic interpretations; 4) to see how different cultures and religions treat the same Biblical text. We will compare and contrast the artwork of Jewish, Christian and Muslim commentaries. Using skills for locating and utilizing Biblical artwork on the Internet, students will compile linked collections of artistic and written commentary. Suggested classroom uses will be discussed. Division: College Division Department: Jewish Education

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.gratz.edu/

Phone Number:

(215) 635-7300 ext 185

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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