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HDS 1802

Joseph and Esther: Seminar

Jon D. Levenson

Description

A close critical reading of Genesis 37-50 and the Book of Esther in Hebrew. Emphasis on the literary design and religious message of each work and on the influence of the story of Joseph upon the Book of Esther. Prerequisite: Three years of Hebrew or the equivalent and acquaintance with 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 Hebrew 218

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Scheduling

Half Course
Fall 2009
W., 1-3
Divinity Hall, Room 106

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