JWST0263A-W22
Introduction to the Talmud
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Sex, Money, and Violence – an Introduction to the Talmud
The Talmud is the defining book of Jewish culture. Incredibly rich and varied, it has something to say about almost everything, usually something surprising. It is a book not simply to read, but to engage within dialogue. Due to its idiosyncratic language and unique form, it is not always easily accessible for the beginner. In this course we will learn about the fundamentals of the Talmudic text and then delve into selected passages, discovering together what the Talmud has to say about sex, money, violence, and an array of other topics relevant to modern life. 3 hrs. lect./disc.
The Talmud is the defining book of Jewish culture. Incredibly rich and varied, it has something to say about almost everything, usually something surprising. It is a book not simply to read, but to engage within dialogue. Due to its idiosyncratic language and unique form, it is not always easily accessible for the beginner. In this course we will learn about the fundamentals of the Talmudic text and then delve into selected passages, discovering together what the Talmud has to say about sex, money, violence, and an array of other topics relevant to modern life. 3 hrs. lect./disc.
- Term:
- Winter 2022
- Location:
- Online Course ONL(ONLINE ONL)
- Schedule:
- 10:00am-12:00pm on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday (Jan 6, 2022 to Feb 3, 2022)
- Type:
- Lecture
- Course Modality:
- In-Person
- Instructors:
- Oz Aloni
- Subject:
- Jewish Studies
- Department:
- Jewish Studies
- Division:
- Interdisciplinary
- Requirements Fulfilled:
- PHL
- Levels:
- Undergraduate
- Cross-Listed As:
- RELI0263A-W22 *
- Availability:
- View availability, prerequisites, and other requirements.
- Course Reference Number (CRN):
- 11706
- Subject Code:
- JWST
- Course Number:
- 0263
- Section Identifier:
- A