JWC2590

Alexandria - Jerusalem - Rome: Connections and Conflicts

(ART)

Bernard Rechter

6 points + 19 lectures and 9 tutorials + First semester + Clayton + Prohibition: JWC3590

Synopsis: The subject centres on Judea at the turn of the era. It focuses particularly on the interaction of Judaism and Hellenism in Jerusalem, Alexandria and Rome. The origins of Rabbinic Judaism and Christianity are discussed in the context of the nature of sectarian Judaism. The significance of the Dead Sea Scrolls and the Qumran site is discussed in the context of sectarian Judaism.

Assessment: Essay (2000 words): 44% + Tutorial paper (500 words): 12% + Take-home examination (2 hours): 44%