This unit provides a survey of the Hebrew Scriptures as viewed in their ancient Near Eastern historical and cultural setting and as interpreted by modern biblical scholarship. Particular attention will be devoted to the Bible as an expression of the religious life and thought of ancient Israel. Topics examined include an exploration of the core beliefs of the Bible regarding creation, revelation and redemption and the problem of evil and suffering as well as conceptions of divinity, prophecy, law and cult. The art of biblical narrative and poetry will also be explored. -- Course Website
Instructor: Dr Nathan Wolski
Prerequisites: First year sequence in Jewish Civilisation or Religion and Theology or Archaeology and Ancient Histroy or Philosophy; or by special permission
