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HDS 1309

Topics in the Dead Sea Scrolls: Exegesis at Qumran

Andrew Teeter

Description

This course explores the diverse functions of scripture within the literature of the Dead Sea Scrolls, focusing in particular on the forms and methods of interpretation attested, considered in light of other varieties of interpretation in early Judaism. Sessions will be devoted to reading, translation and discussion of primary sources in Hebrew, as well as to discussion of relevant secondary literature. Two years of Hebrew strongly recommended.

Enrollment Limited: No
Open to BTI Students: Yes
Jointly offered through the Faculty of Arts and Sciences as Jewish Studies 149

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Scheduling

Half Course
Spring 2010
Th., 1-3
Location to be announced.

Relationship to Program Requirements

Program Requirement	Area / Category / Art / Designation
MTS Area(s) of Focus	Hebrew Bible/Old Testament Jewish Studies
MDiv Distribution Category/ies	Scriptural Interpretation
MDiv Art(s) of Ministry	none
ThM, pre-2007 MTS, and pre-2005 MDiv Area	Area 1
Language Course Designation(s)	n/a