REL 3525 (1520) - The Hebrew Bible

Institution:

CUNY Bernard M Baruch College

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Description:

3 hours; 3 credits This course traces the origins, growth, and development of the literature of the Hebrew people. Selections from the Hebrew Bible have been chosen to reflect the different historical periods and the variety of literary forms. An analysis of the texts will show how the Bible views God, the world, humanity, history, morality, justice, suffering, revelation, and the sacred. The material will also reveal information about the cultures and communities in which they were written. In addition, the writings will be viewed as literary masterpieces with characters, plot, conflict, symbols, metaphor, and various literary devices. Prerequisite: ENG 2150.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.baruch.cuny.edu

Phone Number:

(646) 312-1000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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