Studies in Literature and Ethics (388-0-20)

Topic

Advanced Bible as Literature

Instructors

Regina Schwartz

Meeting Info

Parkes Hall 215: Mon, Wed 9:30AM - 10:50AM

Overview of class

This is not a survey course of biblical literature, but a deep dive into selected texts from the Torah, the Writings, the Prophets, and the Gospels. Our focus is thematic: creation and chaos, good and evil, free will, concepts of nature and the human, community, responsibility, repentance, forgiveness, and biblical ideas of justice. We will also investigate how these biblical ideas inform a sample of later literature, with attention to The Tempest by Shakespeare.

No prior knowledge of the readings is required.

Evaluation Method

Participation and attendance are required. Questions will be submitted about the readings. Oral report, and two in-class essays.

Class Materials (Required)

The Jerusalem Bible ISBN 10-0385499183
The Tempest, Arden, edition ISBN 10-1350133957

Class Attributes

Advanced Expression
Ethical and Evaluative Thinking Foundational Disci
Literature and Arts Foundational Discipline
Interdisciplinary Distro-rules apply
Literature & Fine Arts Distro Area
Ethics & Values Distro Area

Enrollment Requirements

Enrollment Requirements: Pre-registration -- Reserved for English students.