History and Literature of Ancient Israel (HEBR0106)

Key information

Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Humanities
Teaching department: Hebrew and Jewish Studies
Credit value: 15

Restrictions: N/A
Timetable

Alternative credit options

There are no alternative credit options available for this module.

Description

The emergence of Ancient Israel has long fascinated scholars and general audiences alike. This course will cover Ancient Israel from its cradle to the beginning of the common era, ending with Qumran. It will cover the theories about the origins of Israel, including the exodus from Egypt, against the socio-political background of Ancient Israel with due attention to historiography. The succession and successes of various royals will be covered, as well as the activity of the prophets in a comparative perspective. Cultic practices throughout the period will be discussed.

One of the major sources for this period is the Hebrew Bible. Its formation and development, as well as the openness and closure of the canon, will be scrutinised. We will pay attention to the history of Scriptural interpretation and what this means for our assessment of the Scriptures.

Module deliveries for 2024/25 academic year

Intended teaching term: Term 2 听听听 Undergraduate (FHEQ Level 4)

Teaching and assessment

Mode of study: In person
Methods of assessment: 100% Coursework
Mark scheme: Numeric Marks

Other information

Number of students on module in previous year: 12
Module leader: Professor Mark Geller
Who to contact for more information: jewish.studies@ucl.ac.uk

Last updated

This module description was last updated on 8th April 2024.

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