Course Schedule - Spring Semester 2014

     

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RELI 104 001 (CRN: 22891)

INTRO TO JEWISH MYSTICISM

Long Title: INTRODUCTION TO JEWISH MYSTICISM
Department: Religion
Instructor: Ogren, Brian
Meeting: 1:00PM - 2:15PM TR (13-JAN-2014 - 25-APR-2014) 
Part of Term: Full Term
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Lecture
Distribution Group: Distribution Group I
Method of Instruction: Face to Face
Credit Hours: 3
Course Syllabus:
 
Section Max Enrollment: 19
Section Enrolled: 12
Total Cross-list Max Enrollment: 19
Total Cross-list Enrolled: 15
Waitlisted: 0 (Max 198) 
Current members of the waitlist have priority for available seats.
Enrollment data as of: 27-APR-2024 3:17PM
 
Additional Fees: None
 
Final Exam: Take-Home Exam
 
Description: Surveys the historical development and central themes of Jewish mysticism. From the bible to ancient mysticism to medieval Kabbalah to modern expressions, we will critically reflection the ideas such as divine presence in the world, the cultivation of insight and magical powers, contemplative and restorative practices, and charismatic authority. Cross-list: MDST 103.