Theology 212 - Archaeology of the Bible

Institution:

Bard College

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Description:

Jewish Studies, Philosophy, Religion In two senses, the Bible has been an object of excavation. Artifacts and archaeological investigations have played a major part in the reconstruction of the meanings involved, while the depth of texts-as compositions that took shape over time-hasbeen increasingly appreciated. This seminar examines the way the social histories of Israel and the early Church shaped biblical texts. The unfolding of meanings within texts during the whole of their development explodes the claim of a single, exclusive meaning in biblical exegesis. The seminar attends to the variety of meanings inherent within the Scriptures, without limitation to a particular theory of interpretation and with constant attention to issues of historical context.

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4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.bard.edu

Phone Number:

(845) 758-6822

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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