In this unit the students will examine key stories in the book of Numbers by applying linguistic proficiencies and exegetical tools they have obtained in their earlier undergraduate studies. Students will receive training in historical and philological methods of critical reading that will develop an advanced understanding of the ancient scribes' intentions and thoughts as well as the writing's circumstances. Students will also study selected important scholarly trends in the classical and contemporary research on the book.
Unit details and rules
Academic unit | Hebrew, Biblical and Jewish Studies |
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Credit points | 6 |
Prerequisites
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None |
Corequisites
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None |
Prohibitions
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None |
Assumed knowledge
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None |
Available to study abroad and exchange students | No |
Teaching staff
Coordinator | Gili Kugler, gili.kugler@sydney.edu.au |
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