SCTR 157 - The Bible and Empire

Institution:

Santa Clara University

Subject:

Scripture & Tradition

Description:

Explores the political impact of empires on biblical texts in their initial composition and codification and their subsequent interpretation. Analyzes the ways that imperial interests are both embedded in and critiqued by biblical texts. Examines how biblical interpretation figures in the international and ethical debates that characterize the contemporary postcolonial world, with attention to race, ethnicity and gender. Offers you the chance to reflect on your own ethics and beliefs through a topic that is both global and historically informed. Prerequisite: Intermediate level course (SCTR 20-99, TESP 20-99, or RSOC 20-99) or another course approved as fulfilling the intermediate level Core requirement in Religious Studies and completion of 88 quarter units.

Credits:

5.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.scu.edu

Phone Number:

(408) 554-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Quarter

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