Major topics include trials, free will, Tanach – history book or blueprint for history, purpose of genealogies, recurring themes in the Book of Judges, and responsibility to the nation, purpose of the Temple, King David as initiator of the Temple construction, the wisdom of Solomon, Solomon as viewed by the Prophets, the quality of leadership relative to their generations, Amon and Moav and their relationship to Mashiach, the end of the merit of the fathers, prostitutes mentioned in the Tanach, the criteria of Prophecy, man’s responsibility in the time of Moshiach, and repentance. Topics and sources may vary. Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion and textual preparations. Prerequisites: Ability to read and comprehend Hebrew language and familiarity with prior courses in Biblical texts and exegesis.