NE LG 345

Texts and Ancient Temples

Asian and Near Eastern Languages College of Humanities

Course Description

Major ancient Near Eastern texts dealing with the temple; analysis of primary elements of ancient temple type as a place of worship.

When Taught

Winter

Grade Rule

Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)

Credit Hours

Min

Fixed

Lecture Hours

Fixed

Lab Hours

Fixed

Learning Outcomes

Title

NE LG 345 Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcome

Upon completion of this course, participants will have acquired the skills necessary to:Define the concept of sacred space and time.Understand the temples as sacred space.Analyze temple systems in the ancient world.Understand that the church, synagogue, and mosque have decisively been influenced by the temple.