Perspectives on the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament) (PHRE-320)

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Contents 1 Course Description 1.1 Suggested Subjects 1.2 Reference Sources 1.3 Recommended Databases 1.4 Selected Internet Resources

Course Description

The Hebrew Bible, or Old Testament, is the one scripture shared by Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. It begins the story of monotheism in the West and introduces persons and principles who figure significantly in all three traditions. Students will consider the text's literary qualities, religious significance, and historical setting. Class discussions and written exercises stress close reading and critical analysis of this core narrative of a people under God.

Suggested Subjects

Reference Sources

Recommended Databases

Selected Internet Resources

• Old Testament Gatewayis a "comprehensive, annotated academic directory of Internet sites on the Old Testament."
• Bible GatewayThis is a tool for reading and reseaqrching scripotures online. It is loaded with features such as multiple translations and languages, audio bibles, and multiple search options. There are 81 available Bibles, 12 audio Bibles, and 13 e-texts.
• E CanonThis is an online search engine for canonical texts.