LAWS C586 - Introduction to Jewish Law

Institution:

Duquesne University

Subject:

LAWS - Law School

Description:

The course will be divided into three primary areas. Part I will examine the nature, history and development of Jewish law, its sources and application. Part II will focus on the philosophical theories underlying Jewish law with a particular focus on law and morality and law and equity. Part III will focus on specific substantive areas of Jewish law including family law, abortion and other bio-ethics questions, privacy, rights of the handicapped, bankruptcy and capital punishment. The course will not presume any prior experience with Jewish texts and materials. Exam is a take-home exam.

Credits:

2.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.duq.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 396-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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