RELG 304 - History and Literature of the Ancient Near East

This course may also count for the major in (consult the program or department major requirements) :
Jewish Studies
Next Offered: 2014-2015
Semester Offered: Second Semester
Full Course
Credits: 4 Credits
Attribute: 4HU

This course uses a tradition history approach to trace the midrashic and inter-textual development of biblical women as their stories are expanded through translation, retelling and homily. The textual traditions examined include the Massoretic Hebrew text, the Greek Septuagint, the Aramaic targums, the Apocrypha and Pseudepigrapha, and early Jewish and Christian commentary. The evolving biographies include those of Eve, Rebekah, Dinah, Jezebel, and Ruth. Readings will be in English.
Enrollment Limit: 15
Instructor: C. Chapman
Consent of the Instructor Required: Yes