History 250 - Modern Jewish History

Institution:

Hiram College

Subject:

Description:

This course will trace the unique history of the Jews from the time of emancipation in the 18th and 19th centuries to the present. We will focus on the rise of anti-Judaism, the development of Zionism, the dilemmas posed by assimilation, the relationship of Jews to politics, the horrors of the Holocaust, and the obstacles to the founding of the State of Israel. The class will also study how recent tensions between Jews and Arabs have resulted in political and religious problems for Israel.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

WWW.HIRAM.EDU

Phone Number:

(330) 569-3211

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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