AN 336 - The Archaeology of the Bible in its Near East Setting

Institution:

Monmouth University

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Description:

Examines modern English translation portions of the biblical text in the light of the conflicting evidence produced by modern archaeological finds from the ancient Near East. The evidence adduced will include a variety of items of the material culture, especially recovered ancient literary and historical texts from neighboring Mesopotamia, Syria, and Egypt. Highlights will include discussion of the Primeval Histories, the Patriarchal period, the Sojourn in Egypt, the Conquest and pre-monarchic period, the united and divided monarchies, the Babylonian captivity, and the Persian restoration. Also listed as History 336. Prerequisite: History 101. Course Type(s): WT

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.monmouth.edu

Phone Number:

(732) 571-3400

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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