Religious Studies 240 - The Bible and Liberation

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Grinnell College

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An introduction to the conversations occurring in biblical studies concerning the interplay between the identity of readers and the biblical texts. Students read interpretations of the Bible by authors from a variety of social contexts and locations. Attention is paid to how these authors construct their identities and how those identities affect their interpretations. Addressed are issues related to the social and political dimensions of scholarship and interpretation. Prerequisite: Religious Studies 111, or second-year standing, or permission of instructor. RIETZ.

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4.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.grinnell.edu

Phone Number:

(641) 269-4000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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