Bible - Davar Academy
Descriptions and credit recommendations for all evaluated learning experiences
Varies – self study
May 2022 - present.
On successful completion of the course, students will be able to: demonstrate a broad and in-depth knowledge of the concepts and themes found in the book of Deuteronomy 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; demonstrate knowledge of commentaries from the last generation of Torah Scholars.
Bible 350 is designed to assess the student’s knowledge of the book of Devarim. Students must have a broad knowledge of medieval and modern commentaries on the Bible including the Midrash, the Talmud, the Sforno, Rashi, Ramban, Maimonides, R’ Samson Hirsch, and others. Students will also have an in-depth knowledge of how the Bible is analyzed and understood by the commentaries, focusing on philosophical and ethical principles derived from the verses. Topics include the censuses, formation of encampments, sacrifices, nazarism, inheritance, priestly blessings, the spies, rebellions, red cow, Aaron’s death, and more.
In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (3/22).
Varies – self study.
May 2022 - present.
On successful completion of the course, students will be able to: demonstrate a broad and in-depth knowledge of the concepts and themes found in the book of Exodus 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; demonstrate knowledge of commentaries from the last generation of Torah Scholars.
Bible 320 is designed to assess the student’s knowledge of the book of Shemot. Students must have a broad knowledge of medieval and modern commentaries on the Bible including the Midrash, the Talmud, the Sforno, Rashi, Ramban, Maimonides, R’ Samson Hirsch, and others. Students will also have an in-depth knowledge of how the Bible is analyzed and understood by the commentaries, focusing on philosophical and ethical principles derived from the verses. Topics include the exile, Egyptian subjugation, the rise of Moses to leadership, the ten plagues, splitting of the sea, receiving of the Torah, building of the tabernacle, and more.
In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (3/22).
Varies – self study.
May 2022 - present.
On successful completion of the course, students will be able to: demonstrate a broad and in-depth knowledge of the 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; demonstrate knowledge of commentaries from the last generation of Torah Scholars.
Bible 310 is designed to assess the student’s knowledge of the book of Genesis. Students acquire a broad knowledge of medieval and modern commentaries on the Bible including the Midrash, the Talmud, the Sforno, Rashi, Ramban, Maimonides, R’ Samson Hirsch, and others. Students will also have an in-depth knowledge of how the Bible is analyzed and understood by the commentaries, focusing on philosophical and ethical principles derived from the verses. 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, the beginning of exile, and more.
In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (3/22).
Varies – self study.
May 2022 - present.
On successful completion of the course, students will be able to: demonstrate a broad and in-depth knowledge of the concepts and themes found in the book of Leviticus 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; demonstrate knowledge of commentaries from the last generation of Torah Scholars.
Bible 330 is designed to assess the student’s knowledge of the book of Vayikra. Students must have a broad knowledge of medieval and modern commentaries on the Bible including the Midrash, the Talmud, the Sforno, Rashi, Ramban, Maimonides, R’ Samson Hirsch, and others. Students will also have an in-depth knowledge of how the Bible is analyzed and understood by the commentaries, focusing on philosophical and ethical principles derived from the verses. Topics include sacrifices, holiness, service of the priests, priestly blessings, kosher and non-kosher food, spiritual contamination, childbirth, leprosy, and more
In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (3/22).
Varies – self study.
May 2022 - present.
On successful completion of the course, students will be able to: demonstrate a broad and in-depth knowledge of the concepts and themes found in the book of Numbers 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; demonstrate knowledge of commentaries from the last generation of Torah Scholars.
Bible 340 is designed to assess the student’s knowledge of the book of Bemidbar. Students must have a broad knowledge of medieval and modern commentaries on the Bible including the Midrash, the Talmud, the Sforno, Rashi, Ramban, Maimonides, R’ Samson Hirsch, and others. Students will also have an in-depth knowledge of how the Bible is analyzed and understood by the commentaries, focusing on philosophical and ethical principles derived from the verses. Topics include the censuses, formation of encampments, sacrifices, nazarism, inheritance, priestly blessings, the spies, rebellions, red cow, Aaron’s death, and more
In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (3/22).
Varies – self study.
May 2022 - present.
Upon successful completion of this learning experience, students will be able to: demonstrate knowledge of the text and commentary of Rashi on the whole Book of Deuteronomy; analyze and explain selections of text and Rashi’s commentary; elucidate the inconsistency or textual problem that Rashi is attempting to solve based on his use of hermeneutics; identify where Rashi saw his interpretation imbedded in the text; and explain the significance of Rashi’s solutions in terms of Jewish principles and worldview.
Bible 250 is designed to assess the student’s knowledge of the book of Devarim. The entire text of Devarim and selected commentaries of Rashi are covered. Although most of the exam is in English, students must be able to read and understand Hebrew. Topics include the purpose of repeating the Torah, the mission of the spies, Moses’ prayer to enter the land, the Ten Commandments, Shema, Moses’ blessing and admonition, and more.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (3/22).
Varies – self study.
May 2022 - present.
Upon successful completion of this learning experience, students will be able to: demonstrate knowledge of the text and commentary of Rashi on the whole Book of Exodus; analyze and explain selections of text and Rashi’s commentary; elucidate the inconsistency or textual problem that Rashi is attempting to solve based on his use of hermeneutics; identify where Rashi saw his interpretation imbedded in the text; and explain the significance of Rashi’s solutions in terms of Jewish principles and worldview.
Bible 220 is designed to assess the student’s knowledge of the book of Shemos. The entire text of Shemos and selected commentaries of Rashi are covered. Although most of the exam is in English, students must be able to read and understand Hebrew. Topics include enslavement in Egypt, Moses’ upbringing and leadership role, Pharaoh, The Ten Plagues, The Exodus, the splitting of the Red Sea, Israel in the wilderness, giving of the Torah on Mount Sinai, the ten commandments and other laws, the Golden Calf, and Moses’ intervention.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (3/22).
Varies; self-study.
May 2022 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this learning experience, students will be able to: demonstrate knowledge of the text and commentary of Rashi on the whole Book of Genesis; analyze and explain selections of text and Rashi’s commentary; elucidate the inconsistency or textual problem that Rashi is attempting to solve based on his use of hermeneutics; identify where Rashi saw his interpretation imbedded in the text; and explain the significance of Rashi’s solutions in terms of Jewish principles and worldview.
Bible 210 is designed to assess the student’s knowledge of the book of Leviticus. The entire text of Beraishis and selected commentaries of Rashi are covered. Although most of the exam is in English, students must be able to read and understand Hebrew. Topics include the purpose of Creation, the exile from Eden, the generation until the recognition of Abraham, the ten trials, binding of Isaac, patriarchal blessings, sibling rivalry, and the beginning of exile.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (3/22).
Varies – self study.
May 2022 - present.
Upon successful completion of this learning experience, students will be able to: demonstrate knowledge of the text and commentary of Rashi on the whole Book of Leviticus; analyze and explain selections of text and Rashi’s commentary; elucidate the inconsistency or textual problem that Rashi is attempting to solve based on his use of hermeneutics; identify where Rashi saw his interpretation imbedded in the text; and explain the significance of Rashi’s solutions in terms of Jewish principles and worldview.
Bible 230 is designed to assess the student’s knowledge of the book of Vayikra. The entire text of Vayikra and selected commentaries of Rashi are covered. Although most of the exam is in English, students must be able to read and understand Hebrew. Topics include Korbonos, Divine service, Nadav and Avihu, Yom Kippur service, the Cohen Gadol, the laws of tzoras, forbidden sexual relationships, kosher and non-kosher animals, agricultural gifts for the poor, the sabbatical year, the jubilee year, ancestral inheritance, and laws of lending money.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (3/22).
Varies – self study.
May 2022 - present.
Upon successful completion of this learning experience, students will be able to: demonstrate knowledge of the text and commentary of Rashi on the whole Book of Numbers; analyze and explain selections of text and Rashi’s commentary; elucidate the inconsistency or textual problem that Rashi is attempting to solve based on his use of hermeneutics; identify where Rashi saw his interpretation imbedded in the text; and explain the significance of Rashi’s solutions in terms of Jewish principles and worldview.
Bible 240 is designed to assess the student’s knowledge of the book of Leviticus. The entire text of Bemidbar and selected commentaries of Rashi are covered. Although most of the exam is in English, students must be able to read and understand Hebrew. Topics include the censuses, formation of encampments, sacrifices, nazarism, inheritance, priestly blessings, the spies, rebellions, red cow, Aaron’s death, and more.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (3/22).
