Topic: Genesis: the Creation Story
| Time | Days | Location | Instructor | GER | Credit | OPUS Class Number | Syllabus (Tentative) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2:00pm-3:40pm 2:00pm-2:50pm | M W | Callaway Center N116 Candler Library 121 | David Blumenthal. | HAP. | 4 | 13164 | TBA. |
Content: The Genesis story is arguably one of the most important stories in Jewish, Christian, and Islamic tradition. It is the story of creation, the Garden of Eden, and the fall of humanity. We will study the basic text carefully and then take a deep look at the rabbinic interpretations. The students will teach the rest of the semester as we study Genesis in Christianity and Islam, as well as in art, music, literature, and feminist revisionings.
Texts:
- Bible, any translation; best: Tanakh, Jewish Publication Society.
- Packet of midrashim (to be distributed).
- Reserve: D. Blumenthal, Facing the Abusing God: A Theology of Protest (theology).
Particulars: This is a reflection-intensive class. Very active class participation is expected plus one final paper.
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