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Advanced Numbers (BIB-430)
Varies (self-study; self-paced).
March 2022 - Present.
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to possess an in-depth knowledge of the concepts and themes found throughout the entire Book of Numbers along with its medieval and modern commentaries; solve apparent contradictions in the verses; explain the hermeneutic principles that are applied to verses to gain new insight; explain legal rulings derived from the text found in major law books; interpret ethical issues which emerge from the text; connect sources to a variety of themes using source material from the Chumash and selected commentaries; and translate Hebrew to English in written format.
Advanced Numbers (BIB-430) assesses students’ knowledge of the Book of Numbers on an advanced level. Students are required to have a broad knowledge of classical commentaries on the Book of Numbers including: The Talmud, Midrash, Rashi, Ramban, Sforno, and R’ Samson R. Hirsch among others. Students will have a deep understanding of how the commentators analyze the Bible, with a focus on philosophical and ethical principles derived from the verses. Topics include censuses, the laws of Nazir, rebellions, the encampment, laws of inheritance, laws of vows, the spies, Aaron’s death and more.
In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Judaic Studies, Near Eastern Studies, or Religion (2/22).