Introduction to Hebrew Bible / Old Testament

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A study of selected texts in the Hebrew Bible or Old Testament using the methods of biblical studies, which examines texts in their original historical settings. No prior familiarity with the Bible is needed. Includes introductions to religious texts and cultures in ancient Egypt, Mesopotamia, and the Levant. We will also consider how contemporary readers use the Bible to support a range of policy issues and social platforms as we reflect on how a biblical studies approach might inform these positions.