2020-2021 Undergraduate Catalog

THEO 325 Rabbinic Interpretation - Scripture

This course aims to introduce students to the ways in which Scripture has been interpreted within Judaism and the resultant shape of rabbinic theology. Students will learn about traditional interpretive techniques and explore a variety of rabbinic texts that will serve as examples. Students will learn to attend to the types of textual details that inspired the early rabbis and to ask questions of the text and of other interpreters in a manner common to Judaism. Students will then practice discussing the biblical text communally and collaboratively, seeking creative and edifying interpretations for their own community and vocation.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

THEO 110 or THEO 310

Offered

Spring semester