JS 130 Power and Corruption in the Bible (Old Testament)Jewish Studies (2009-2010)
This course will deal with the period of the Prophets, e.g., Joshua, Kings, and Samuel. It will examine the uses and abuses of power analyzing the historical narratives and study the conflict between Saul and David, the political as well as the moral rise and fall of David.
Antirequisites: RS 130 taken prior to Fall 2008
Notes: Knowledge of Hebrew is not required. This course fulfills an Area 1B or Area 2A requirement for Religious Studies majors but not both.
(Cross-listed with RS 112)
(Cross-listed with RS 112)
Sections For Fall 2009
JS 130 is not held in Fall 2009
Sections For Spring 2009
JS 130 is not held in Spring 2009