Description

The Song of Songs as a locus for reflection about love, both literal and allegorical. The Song of Songs in the writings of thinkers such as Herder, Rosenzweig, Alter, Fisch, Trible, and Kristeva. The reception of the Song of Songs, from Jewish and Christian allegorical readings to American literature and culture (from Whitman's "Song of Myself" to Toni Morrison's Song of Solomon) and Israeli literature and culture (from Rachel Blustein's "Locked Garden" to Daliah Rabikovitch's "Intoxication").

Enrollment Limited: No
Open to BTI Students: No
Jointly offered as Jewish Studies 201

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Scheduling

0.50 credits
Fall 2012
Tues 1pm-3pm
FAS Sever Hall Room 212

Relationship to Program Requirements

Program Requirement	Area / Category / Art / Designation
MTS Area(s) of Focus	Comparative Studies Hebrew Bible/Old Testament Jewish Studies
MDiv Distribution Category/ies	Comparative
MDiv Art(s) of Ministry	Religious Education and Spiritual Development
Language Course Designation(s)	None