Minor

A critical study of philosophical and religious theories regarding the role of God in the existence of evil, the sources of these theories in sacred texts of monotheistic religions, and the relationship between religion and violence in contemporary global cultures.

This course covers the fundamentals of Standard Literary or Imperial Aramaic grammar, deals with the place of Aramaic within the Semitic languages, and introduces the student to texts in a few Aramaic dialects. The course emphasizes grammar and reading comprehension.

Qualified students working on an individual basis with professors who have agreed to supervise such work.

Qualified students working on an individual basis with professors who have agreed to supervise such work.

Special Topics Seminar Course includes small group discussion, research, and presentations on a variety of Judaic Studies related special topics of interest. Current research, relevant issues, historical perspectives and guest speakers may be included.

Overview of ethnic and religious minorities in the contemporary Middle East,  study of ethnic and religious diversity and its origin and manifestations in the modern Middle East.  Examination of how the concept of religious and ethnic minority has emerged as a key factor in state policies towards minorities as well as the cultural, economic, political, religious, and educational lives of its people.