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JWST 152 - Medieval Jewish Thought: Law, Mysticism, and Philosophy


Semester Offered: Second Semester
Credits (Range): 3 hours
Attribute: 3HU, CD, WR
An interpretive study of main trends in Jewish thought, from the 9th through the 16th centuries. The course will cover post-talmudic developments in Halacha (Jewish law); biblical exegesis; the competing theological systems of Kabbalah (Jewish mysticism) and philosophical rationalism; and inter-religious influence and polemics. Prerequisites and Notes: Special attention will be paid throughout the course to the interpretation of ritual. .
Enrollment Limit: 35
Instructor: A. Socher
Cross List Information Cross-listed with RELG 252.


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