Jew Archeology/Archeology Of Israel

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This course explores the relationship between the Tanach and rabbinic texts and the archaeological sites and artifacts associated with Judaism in ancient Israel. Special emphasis will be on the discoveries in the land of Israel and neighboring countries. Students will become acquainted with art and architecture, pottery, household objects, numismatic and epigraphy evidence. Students will become well-versed in the archaeological vocabulary necessary for understanding the readings