Judaism Through Its Scriptures
offered by Harvard University

Private University
3 Campuses
Estd. 1636

Judaism Through Its Scriptures
at
Harvard University
Overview

Learn about the key beliefs and practices of Judaism through an examination of its sacred texts and their interpretation

Duration	10 weeks
Mode of learning	Online
Difficulty level	Beginner
Official Website	Go to Website
Course Level	UG Certificate

Judaism Through Its Scriptures
at
Harvard University
Highlights

Earn a certificate from Harvard University

Judaism Through Its Scriptures
at
Harvard University
Course details

What are the course deliverables?

The diversity of Jews and Judaism
Key facts about the primary texts of the Jewish canon
The role that scripture has played and continues to play in the lives of Jews
Why the sacred texts of Judaism continue to matter in the 21st century

More about this course

This religion course introduces students to the diversity of the ever-expanding Jewish canon and the equally diverse ways of reading it
It will examine how Jews, ancient and modern, drew inspiration and guidance from the traditional texts while simultaneously reinterpreting their contents in light of new circumstances
The religion we call Judaism emerges at the nexus of text, interpretation, and lived tradition
Whether you are a long-time student of the Jewish scriptures or a complete newcomer, this course will give you a new understanding of the fascinating roles that sacred texts have played in the rich history of Judaism
This course is part of the World Religions Through Their Scriptures series

Judaism Through Its Scriptures
at
Harvard University
Curriculum

History

Religion

Judaism

Theology

Judaism Through Its Scriptures
at
Harvard University
Faculty details

Shaye Cohen

Designation : Littauer Professor of Hebrew Literature and Philosophy in the Department of Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations, Harvard University

Matthew Hass