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HDS 1417

Genesis: Narrative Artistry and Theological Meanings

Jon D. Levenson

Description

A close critical reading in English of the Book of Genesis with an eye both to the storytellers' techniques and to the moral and theological dimensions of the text. Emphasis will be given to literary and religious rather than historical and editorial issues. Prerequisite: 1101 (ANE 120) or an equivalent introduction to the historical-critical study of the Hebrew Bible.

Enrollment Limited: No
Open to BTI Students: Yes
Jointly offered through the Faculty of Arts and Sciences as ANE 134

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Scheduling

Half Course
Fall 2009
M., W., 10-11:30
Andover Hall, Room 103

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	Religious Education
ThM, pre-2007 MTS, and pre-2005 MDiv Area	Area 1
Language Course Designation(s)	n/a