HBRJD-UA 107 - Spinoza and Jewish Philosophy

Institution:

New York University

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Description:

Baruch Spinoza (1632-1677) has been called the quintessential modern religious critic. In this course, we examine Spinoza's critique of Judaism in light of his medieval Jewish philosophical predecessors. Among the questions we explore: Are miracles possible? What is prophecy? Are the Jews the chosen people? Is Jewish law (halakha) obligatory?

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.nyu.edu

Phone Number:

(212) 998-1212

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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