English/History 15AA Literary & Historical Study of the Old Testament
This course is an introduction to the Hebrew Bible, commonly called the Old Testament. An anthology of diverse literary texts produced over a period of approximately 1,000 years in the history of ancient Israel, the Bible is the most widely read book in the world. In our study we will sample each of the three major sections of the Hebrew Bible within its historical context, noting the divisions and genres of literature that make up the range of biblical expression. In so doing, we will develop an appreciation for the Bible's continuing influence on western culture, including law, ethics, music, art, and drama.
May be taken for Literature credit or History credit, but not both.
This course is offered in the fall quarter only.
Old Testament Syllabus
Old Testament Study Schedule
"Tradition means giving votes to the most obscure of all classes, our ancestors. It is the democracy of the dead. Tradition refuses to submit to that arrogant oligarchy who merely happen to be walking around."
--G. K. Chesterton
Some useful links:
Biblical Archaeology Review: Edited by Hershel Shanks, this magazine reports on all things biblical for the general reader. Great resource for art and artifact photos and popular reports on recent findings.
Bible Tutor: A product of Luther Seminary in Minnesota, this individually-paced web site includes quizzes and historical charts from a Protestant perspective.
Biblical Studies Resources: Redacted by Dr. Jim West, this page contains numerous helpful links to all sorts of academic resources.
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