JWC2030

Jewish law: ancient, medieval, modern

(ART)

Victor New

8 points + 2 lectures and 1 tutorial per week + First semester + Clayton

Synopsis: Introduction to the principles of Jewish law. The focus is on the way Jewish law has established its principles and has then been applied in Jewish life in a range of host countries including, in modern times, Israel and Australia.

Assessment: Tutorial paper, presented orally and in writing (1000 words): 20% + Essay (3000 words): 40% + Examination (2 hours): 40%