ANES 331
Readings in Ancient Near Eastern Texts to 330 B.C
International and Area Studies
Kennedy Center for International Studies
Course Description
Reading and analysis of major ancient Near Eastern texts in English translation. Methodology for dealing with potential biblical parallels.
When Taught
Winter Even Years
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Title
Working with Texts
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to competently read, analyze, and communicate about ANE texts.
Title
Contextualizing Texts
Learning Outcome
Extrapolate cultural and historical information from primary texts, while accurately placing them in their original historical and cultural context.
Title
Scholarship on ANE Texts
Learning Outcome
Critically analyze and write about scholarly theories on major ANE texts.
