RELG 252 - Medieval Jewish Thought: Law, Mysticism and Philosophy

3HU, CD
Second Semester. 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. Special attention will be paid throughout the course to the interpretation of ritual.

Prerequisites & Notes
Identical to JWST 152.
Enrollment Limit: 35.
Mr. Socher

Next Offered 2007-2008

Credits: 3 hours