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Advanced Genesis (Bible 310)

Course Category: 
Rechtschaffen Institute of Judaic Studies - Bible
Length: 

Version 1 and 2: Varies; self-study format. 

Location: 
Various; distance learning format.
Dates: 

Version 1: October 2010 - July 2021. Version 2: August 2021 - Present. 

Instructional delivery format: 
Online/distance learning
Learner Outcomes: 

Versions 1 and 2: Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: analyze key concepts and themes found in the book of Genesis and its classic medieval and modern commentaries; expand on Talmudic and Midrashic exegesis of the text of the Bible; solve apparent contradictions in and between verses; explain the hermeneutic principles which are applied to verses to gain new insights; interpret the ethical issues being discussed; explain lawful rulings derived from the verses as determined in the major law books; and understand commentaries from the last generation of Torah Scholars that are included in the anthology.

Instruction: 

Version 1 and 2: Advanced Genesis (Bible 370) includes an extensive study guide and required reading with a final exam administered by the Rechtschaffen Institute of Judaic Studies. Topics include: the purpose of Creation; the exile from Eden; the generation until the recognition of Abraham; the ten trials; binding of Isaac; sibling rivalry; and the beginning of exile.

Credit recommendation: 

Version 1: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (2/11) (3/16 revalidation). Version 2: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 4 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (8/21 revalidation). 

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