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This course traces the ancient concept of the hero by reading selected ancient works by authors such as Homer,Thucycides, Livy,Plutarch,Caesar,Tacitus,and Sallust. Students will also examine the impact of the ancient concept of the hero on modern literature and art. Also listed as ENGLISH 376 3 hrs
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Selected dialogues of Plato are studied with a view to understanding Plato's philosophy and its position in the worlf of GGreece and antiquity. Plato's philosophy is also examined with reference to his place in the Western tradition and in modern philosophy. Also listed as PHILOS 430. Prerequisite: PHILOS 210,PHILOS 222 or an equivalent 3 hrs
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Selected portions of Aristotle's works on logic, metaphysics, science, ethics, politics, and poetics are studied with a view to understanding Aristotle's philosophy and its position in the world of Greece and antiquity. Aristotle's philosophy is examined with reference to its place in the Western tradition and in modern philosophy. Also listed as PHILOS 431. Prerequisite: PHILOS 210,PHILOS 222 or an equivalent 3 hrs
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"Myth" and "ritual" have long been fundamental categories in the study of religion. This course will briefly survey some of the major theories and approaches to the study of myth and ritual from the Enlightenment to the present. Will not only trace the shifting meanings of "myth" and "ritual," but will critically evaluate the utility of diverse approaches to the study of religious phenomena designated by these terms. Reading will include theoretical works, as well as selected case studies. Also listed as HISTORY 467. 3 hrs
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An examination of ancient Israel as she emerges from the ruins of the past, both lapidary and literary. Through a study of the "mute documents," artifacts man-made (storied cities, household utensils, inscribed shards from Jericho to Jerusalem) we gain an insight indispensable for Biblical studies, for ancient Near Eastern history. Also listed as HISTORY 469. 3 hrs
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This course describes the political, social and cultural evolution of ancient Egypt from pre-dynastic times, with major emphasis upon the Old, Middle, and new Kingdoms (especially the 18th dynasty and the reign of Akhenaton). Also listed as HISTORY 470. 3 hrs
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This course begins with a survey of the pre-classical Minoan and Mycenaean civilizations and then describes the rise of prominent Greek city-states (with particular emphasis upon the evolution of Sparta and the political, social and cultural contributions of Athens). The course concludes with the rise of Macedon and Alexander's conquests and significance. Also listed as HISTORY 471. 3 hrs
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This course covers Roman history from its origins (including the Etruscans) to the decline of the imperial system. Particular emphasis is placed upon the political, social and economic developments in the Republic, the death of the Republic, the early Principate, and the factors that led to Rome's decline in the ancient world. Also listed as HISTORY 472. 3 hrs
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Judaism has had a tremendous inpact on our civilization and yet most Americans are only dimly aware of its origins and development. This course will trace the roots of the Jewish religion in its historical context from its beginnings through the formation of rabbinic culture. The rise of Christianity will be examined in its original Judaic context, and recent discoveries, particularly those pertaining to the Dead Sea Scrolls, will be interpreted. Also listed as HISTORY 475WI. 3 hrs
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A three-hour comprehensive reading and research tutorial leading to the writing of a senior paper. It consist of tutorial sessions and independent research leading to a major paper using original source materials. Prerequisite: Recommended for students wishing to pursue a graduate degree in Classical and Ancient Studies. Restrictions: Recommended for students wishing to pursue a graduate degree in Classical and Ancient Studies. 3 hrs
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