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ANES 332

Readings in Classical Near Eastern Texts

International and Area Studies Kennedy Center for International Studies

Course Description

Reading and analyzing major ancient Near Eastern texts in English translation. Methodology for dealing with potential biblical parallels.

When Taught

Fall 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

Scholarship on Classical Near Eastern Texts

Learning Outcome

Critically analyze and write about scholarly theories on major Classical Near Eastern 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

Working with Texts

Learning Outcome

Students will be able to competently read, analyze, and communicate about Classical Near Eastern texts.