Course Catalog - 2023-2024

     

RELI 518 - BIOGRAPHY OF THE BIBLE

Long Title: THE BIBLE: A BRIEF INTELLECTUAL HISTORY
Department: Religion
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Seminar
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: An investigation of how the perception of the Bible changed from antiquity to the 21st century. The course is structured chronologically. A close reading of the works of major thinkers from each period, together with specific examples of biblical exegesis. Graduate students will have one extra reading assignment per week and complete a 14-15 page paper. Graduate/Undergraduate Equivalency: RELI 318. Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for RELI 518 if student has credit for RELI 318.