HIST 446 - Ancient Israel and Judah

This seminar covers ancient Israel from its beginnings around 1250 B.C. to the execution of Jesus of Nazareth around 35 A.D. Major topics include the origins of Israel and Judah, biblical composition and authors, relations with Egypt and Assyria, the Dead Sea Scrolls and Jesus in Jewish historical context. An historiographical approach is emphasized.

Credits: 3
Clock Hours - (Lect-Lab): (3-0)
Notes: This course is the same as RS 446; credit will be given for only one of these courses.