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HU Credits:
2
Degree/Cycle:
1st degree (Bachelor)
Responsible Department:
Bible
Semester:
1st Semester
Teaching Languages:
Hebrew
Campus:
Mt. Scopus
Course/Module Coordinator:
Dr. Neriah Klein
Coordinator Office Hours:
Wednesday 4:00 - 5:00 pm
Teaching Staff:
Dr. Neriah Klein
Course/Module description:
Introduction to the classical, medieval Jewish exegetical tradition: Rashi, Rashbam, Abraham ibn Ezra, Radak.
Course/Module aims:
To study the exegetical methodologies of the medieval Jewish exegetes, their attitude to Midrashic exegesis that preceded them, and the impact of historical factors upon them.
Learning outcomes - On successful completion of this module, students should be able to:
1. Familiarity with the classical medieval exegetes; 2. evaluation of their work in light of their hermeneutical principles; 3. appreciation of their decisive influence on the rise of critical exegesis.
Attendance requirements(%):
100%
Teaching arrangement and method of instruction:
Students prepare for class by reading selected bibliography. Handouts with selected source materials will be provided.
Course/Module Content:
Introduction
From Rabbinic exegesis to medieval exegetes
Rashi
Rashbam
Ibn Ezra
Radak
Polemic with Christianity
Beginings of critical exegesis
Required Reading:
A detailed bibliography will appear on the course website.
Some of the readings have acceptable English equivalents, but the source material must be read in the original.
Additional Reading Material:
A detailed bibliography will appear on the course website.
Grading Scheme :
Written / Oral / Practical Exam 60 %
Submission assignments during the semester: Exercises / Essays / Audits / Reports / Forum / Simulation / others 30 %
Attendance / Participation in Field Excursion 10 %
Additional information:
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