HIS 201 - History and the Bible

Institution:

Long Island University-C W Post Campus

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Description:

This course examines the parts of the Bible as historical sources. It explores societies that produced material that ended up in various versions of the Bible. Such societies included ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia, the ancient Israelite kingdoms, the Middle East under Persia rule, the Hellenistic kingdoms and the Eastern parts of the Roman Empire. It discusses how the Bible was written, compiled and reinterpreted to shape Jewish and Christian religious communities. Readings include portions of the Bible, other ancient religious writings, and various interpretations by modern scholars.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.liu.edu

Phone Number:

(516) 299-2900

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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