REL 271 - Judaism: Sages and Mystics

Institution:

Washington and Lee University

Subject:

Religion

Description:

Introduction to Judaism through a classical, a medieval, and a modern book: the wisdom stories and debates of the Talmud; the mystical theosophy of the Zohar; and the theology of Abraham Joshua Heschel, who interwove Talmudic values, mysticism, and modern philosophy for an era of mass murder, indifference, and alienation. Marks.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wlu.edu/

Phone Number:

(540) 458-8400

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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