Jews, Christians, and Sex

Catalog description

This course examines the historical development of Jewish and Christian teachings on sexuality, emphasizing the distinctions between Judaism and Christianity and the tremendous impact of the latter on Euro-American societies. We will examine ancient sources and modern interpretations of those sources. Students will have opportunities to critique various teachings about sexuality and to develop and defend their own ideas. Prerequisites: RG 101 , RG 102 , or RG 103 .