The Bible as Literature

Overview

Subject area

ENGL

Catalog Number

504

Course Title

The Bible as Literature

Department(s)

Description

This course provides an exploration of The Bible as a multilingual, historical, and literary text open to multiple and evolving interpretations. Emphasis will be on the Bible’s literary techniques and its legacy alongside study of the historical periods that produced and are reflected in it. Various books from the Old Testament and the New Testament may be studied from multiple perspectives.

Typically Offered

Offer as needed

Academic Career

Undergraduate

Liberal Arts

Yes

Credits

Minimum Units

3

Maximum Units

3

Academic Progress Units

3

Repeat For Credit

No

Components

Name

Lecture

Hours

3

Requisites

008121

Course Schedule