Rechtschaffen Institute of Judaic Studies - Bible

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Rechtschaffen Institute of Judaic Studies

Credit Course Categories:

Descriptions and credit recommendations for all evaluated learning experiences

Advanced Deuteronomy (BIB 350)

Formerly Advanced Deuteronomy (Bible 350)

Length:

Varies; self-study format.

Dates:

Version 1: October 2010 - February 2016. Version 2: March 2016 - Present.

Objectives:

Version 1 and 2: Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: analyze key 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; understand commentaries from the last generation of Torah Scholars that are included in the anthology.

Instruction:

Version 1 and 2: Advanced Deutronomy (Bible 350) includes an extensive study guide and required readings with a final exam administered by the Rechtschaffen Institute of Judaic Studies. 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 other topics.

Credit recommendation:

Version 1: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (2/11). Version 2: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 4 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (3/16 revalidation) (8/21 revalidation).

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Advanced Exodus (BIB 320)

Formerly Advanced Exodus (Bible 320)

Length:

Varies; self-study format.

Dates:

October 2010 - Present.

Objectives:

Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: analyze key 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; and understand significant commentaries from the last generation of Torah Scholars that are included in the anthology.

Instruction:

Advanced Exodus (Bible 320) includes an extensive study guide and required reading with a final exam administered by the Rechtschaffen Institute of Judaic Studies. Topics include: the exile; Egyptian subjugation; the rise of Moses to leadership; the ten plagues; splitting of the sea; receiving of the Torah; and building of the Tabernacle.

Credit recommendation:

In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (2/11) (3/16 revalidation) (8/21 revalidation).

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Advanced Genesis (BIB 310)

Formerly Advanced Genesis (Bible 310)

Length:

Version 1 and 2: Varies; self-study format.

Dates:

Version 1: October 2010 - July 2021. Version 2: August 2021 - Present.

Objectives:

Versions 1 and 2: Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: analyze key 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; and understand commentaries from the last generation of Torah Scholars that are included in the anthology.

Instruction:

Version 1 and 2: Advanced Genesis (Bible 370) includes an extensive study guide and required reading with a final exam administered by the Rechtschaffen Institute of Judaic Studies. 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; and the beginning of exile.

Credit recommendation:

Version 1: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (2/11) (3/16 revalidation). Version 2: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 4 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (8/21 revalidation).

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Advanced Leviticus (BIB 330)

Formerly Advanced Leviticus (Bible 330)

Length:

Varies; self-study format.

Dates:

Version 1: October 2010 - February 2016. Version 2: March 2016 - Present.

Objectives:

Version 1 and 2: Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: analyze key 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; understand commentaries from the last generation of Torah Scholars that are included in the anthology.

Instruction:

Version 1 and 2: Advanced Leviticus (Bible 330) includes an extensive study guide and required reading with a final exam administered by the Rechtschaffen Institute of Judaic Studies. Topics include: sacrifices; holiness; service of the priests; priestly blessings; kosher and non-kosher food; spiritual contamination; childbirth; leprosy; and other topics.

Credit recommendation:

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Advanced Numbers (BIB 340)

Formerly Advanced Numbers (Bible 340)

Length:

Varies; self-study format.

Dates:

Version 1: October 2010 - February 2016. Version 2: March 2016 - Present.

Objectives:

Version 1 and 2: Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: analyze key 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; and understand commentaries from the last generation of Torah Scholars that are included in the anthology.

Instruction:

Version 1 and 2: Advanced Numbers (Bible 340) includes an extensive study guide and required reading with a final exam administered by the Rechtschaffen Institute of Judaic Studies. Topics include: the censuses; formation of encampments; sacrifices; nazarism; inheritance; priestly blessings; the spies; rebellions; red cow; Aaron's death, and other topics.

Credit recommendation:

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Comprehensive Exodus (BIB 225)

Formerly Comprehensive Exodus (Bible 225)

Length:

Varies; self-study format.

Dates:

Version 1: May 2013 - May 2018. Version 2: June 2018 - Present.

Objectives:

Version 1 and 2: Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: demonstrate knowledge of the text and commentary of Rashi; 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; explain the significance of Rashi's solutions in terms of ethical and religious behavior; and assess how a particular section of the Torah, along with Rashi's commentary, fit into greater contextual themes found throughout the Chumash.

Instruction:

Version 1 and 2: Comprehensive Exodus (Bible 225) includes an extensive study guide and required reading with a final exam administered by the Rechtschaffen Institute of Judaic Studies. NOTE: This may not be taken with Introduction to Exodus (Bible 220).

Credit recommendation:

Version 1: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (6/13). Version 2: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (6/18 revalidation) (7/23 revalidation).

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Comprehensive Genesis (BIB 215)

Formerly Comprehensive Genesis (Bible 215)

Length:

Varies; self-study format.

Dates:

Version 1: May 2013 - May 2018. Version 2: June 2018 - Present.

Objectives:

Version 1 and 2: Students will be able to: demonstrate knowledge of the text and commentary of Rashi; 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; explain the significance of Rashi's solutions in terms of ethical and religious behavior; and assess how a particular section of the Torah, along with Rashi's commentary, fit into greater contextual themes found throughout the Chumash.

Instruction:

Version 1 and 2: Bible 215 includes an extensive study guide and required reading with a final exam administered by the Rechtschaffen Institute of Judaic Studies. NOTE: This may not be taken with Introduction to Genesis (Bible 210).

Credit recommendation:

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Comprehensive Leviticus (BIB 235)

Formerly Comprehensive Leviticus (Bible 235)

Length:

Varies; self-study format.

Dates:

Version 1: May 2013 - May 2018. Version 2: June 2018 - Present.

Objectives:

Instruction:

Version 1 and 2: Bible 235 includes an extensive study guide and required reading with a final exam administered by the Rechtschaffen Institute of Judaic Studies. NOTE: This may not be taken with Introduction to Leviticus (Bible 230).

Credit recommendation:

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Deuteronomy: An In-Depth Study (BIB 355)

Formerly Deuteronomy: An In-Depth Study (Bible 355)

Length:

Varies; self-study format.

Dates:

May 2013 - Present.

Objectives:

Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: demonstrate knowledge of the concepts and themes found in the Book of Genesis and its classic medieval and modern commentaries including Rashi, Ramban, Sforno, Ohr Hachaim, Cli Yakar, and Siphtei Chachamim; assess how particular sections of the Torah and its commentary fit into the greater context of the Chumash and how they relate to broader themes found throughout the Torah; expand on 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; and read and understand commentaries from the last generation of Torah scholars who are included in the anthology of the commentary.

Instruction:

Bible 355 includes an extensive study guide and required reading with a final exam administered by the Rechtschaffen Institute of Judaic Studies. NOTE: This may not be taken with Advanced Deuteronomy (Bible 350).

Credit recommendation:

In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (6/13) (6/18 revalidation) (7/23 revalidation).

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Exodus: An In-Depth Study (BIB 325)

Formerly Exodus: An In-Depth Study (Bible 325)

Length:

Varies; self-study format.

Dates:

May 2013 - Present.

Objectives:

Instruction:

Bible 325 includes an extensive study guide and required reading with a final exam administered by the Rechtschaffen Institute of Judaic Studies. NOTE: This may not be taken with Advanced Exodus (Bible 320).

Credit recommendation:

In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 6 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (6/13) (6/18 revalidation) (7/23 revalidation).

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