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BBCL4114: Texts and Languages of Daniel
2020 unit information
This unit will introduce students to advanced textual analysis of the Book of Daniel. Students will increase their knowledge of varieties of Hebrew by studying the Hebrew portions of the book and will be introduced to Aramaic by studying the Aramaic portions. For all sections they will engage in high level text critical analysis of the multiple ancient witnesses to the book. The detailed work on linguistic and textual issues will contribute to an informed discussion of the major ideas of the book.
Unit details and rules
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Arts and Social Sciences
| Study level | Undergraduate |
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| Academic unit | Hebrew, Biblical and Jewish Studies |
| Credit points | 6 |
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At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. Understand the Hebrew and Aramaic used in the Book of Daniel
- LO2. Discuss methods to evaluate textual variation in the ancient texts of Daniel
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