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For Undergraduates.

Biblical History and Literature B1: Old Testament History:
English Literature A1 or A2 prerequisite.—Attention will be given to
Hebrew origins and the various periods of the history through nomadic
life, early settlement, monarchy, dissolution of the state, exile,
and restoration. Incidentally, an effort will be made to appraise
the effect of modern science, philosophy and historical criticism upon
the Old Testament records, and to aid thoughtful students in adjusting
newly acquired knowledge with former beliefs. Instruction will
be given by lectures, assigned readings, reports and discussions. (B.
A. or B. S. credit, 3 session-hours.) Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday,
10-11. Rotunda, S. E.

Biblical History and Literature B2: Biblical Literature: Course
B1 or any B course in the schools of English prerequisite, although special
students may be admitted without satisfying the prerequisite. The
various forms of biblical literature will be studied both as aids to
the formation of a correct style, and as masterpieces of literature.
Biblical narratives, essays, sermons, orations and poems will be
analyzed and compared with notable examples in general English
literature. The influence of the Bible upon literature will also be
appraised. Instruction by lectures, assigned readings, and exercises.
(B. A. or B. S. credit, 3 session-hours.) Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday,
9-10. Rotunda, S. E.