University of Virginia record February, 1912 | ||
For Undergraduates.
Course 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.
Course 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.
University of Virginia record February, 1912 | ||