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.
