Religious Studies 205 - Introduction to the Hebrew Bible

Institution:

St Lawrence University

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Description:

This course is designed to enable the student to use the insights of modern biblical scholarship to read the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament) in an informed manner. The student is introduced to the entire array of methods used for understanding biblical texts, although historical, sociological and literary analyses are emphasized. Attention is also given to the ways modern Judaism and Christianity understand specific biblical passages.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.stlawu.edu

Phone Number:

(315) 229-5011

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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