OLREL406. Eastern Religions
Part II of The Religious Quest for 9 s.h. of credit. Emphasis is on specific forms of religious expression and practice, rather than the more abstract or theological aspects. Religions covered by the course are those of the majority of humankind and living traditions in today's world: Hinduism, Buddhism, religions of China and Japan, Judaism, Christianity, Islam, and several African primal religions. One section deals with alternatives to religion, such as Marxism and scientific humanism.
OLREL407. Western Religions
Part III of The Religious Quest for 9 s.h. of credit. Emphasis is on specific forms of religious expression and practice, rather than the more abstract or theological aspects. Religions covered by the course are those of the majority of humankind and living traditions in today's world: Hinduism, Buddhism, religions of China and Japan, Judaism, Christianity, Islam, and several African primal religions. One section deals with alternatives to religion, such as Marxism and scientific humanism.
PAREL102. Religious Traditns.India
An introduction to the classical religious traditions of India, with particular attention to three major areas of Indian religion and culture; the ritual, moral, and social order; philosophical perspectives and traditions; and traditions of mythology and devotion.
PAREL103. God the Holy Spirit
This course covers the person and work of the Holy Spirit in applying to individual lives the benefits of Christ's work, the establishing of a community of the redeemed, and the culminating of God's redemptive plan.
PAREL104. The Religious Dimension
This course attempts to explore the experiences, questions, problems and issues that have traditionally been named religious in order to give some understanding of the complexity involved in naming a thing "religious." In what sense does religion refer to a set of beliefs, a church, a tradition, a personal search or something else?
PAREL106. Archaeology and Bible
Archaeological discoveries pertaining to the world of the Bible. The values and limitations of using archaeological and other scientific data for interpreting Biblical narratives. Some of the topics are creation/evolution, the flood, the flight from Egypt, Jerusalem in the times of Jesus.
PAREL107. Doctrine I
A study of the teachings of the Bible concerning the nature and authority of Scripture, the nature and activity of angels, and the origin and the nature of man and sin.
PAREL109. The Sacraments
A survey of the historical development of the sacramental rites of the Roman Church; the notion of sacrament in general and the function of sign and symbol are the foundations for this survey.
PAREL111. Introduction to Theology
Nature, method, and sources of theology; revelation and the inspiration of scripture. A survey of Biblical teaching regarding the doctrines of God, of man, sin and salvation, the Christian life and eschatology.
PAREL112. Wesleyan Doctrine
A study of the basic and characteristic doctrines of the Wesleyan heritage. Beginning with the theological position and contribution of John Wesley, the distinctive Wesleyan approach and teachings will be traced down to the present. Wesley and other selected thinkers will be examined on the basis of their writings. Doctrinal developments will be traced in their historical context by means of lectures and the study of primary and secondary sources. The student will be expected to develop and articulate understanding of the Wesleyan doctrinal heritage.
PAREL113. Theology II
The doctrines of Christ, salvation, the Church and the last things are considered.
PAREL114. The Book of Genesis I
Basic introduction to the Pentateuch. Translation and exposition of the text in accordance with standard commentaries, with introduction to Rashi.
PAREL115. The Book of Genesis II
Basic Introduction to the Pentateuch. Translation and exposition of the text in accordance with standard commentaries, with introduction to Rashi.
PAREL116. Lit Of The Old Testament
Literature Of The Old Testament This course involves a survey of all the books of the Old Testament. The study is designed to acquaint the student with the art and principles of studying books as an organized whole and to awaken an appreciation of the great events, personalities, and institutions of Old Testament history. This study of the Word of God is more than history; it includes an emphasis upon the principles and precepts of the Word of God which are relevant to contemporary living.
PAREL117. Lit Of The New Testament
Literature Of The New Testament A study of the world into which Christ and the Christian movement came, and a survey of all the books of the New Testament. This course strives to emphasize how the New Testament writings apply to living in today's world. It is virtually important to understand how the Bible speaks to contemporary life issues and provides a foundation upon which to build character and personality.
PAREL120. The Bible & Christianity
A study of traditional (Roman Catholic, Eastern Orthodox, and Protestant) and modern (evangelical, fundamentalist, and liberal) Christian perspectives on the theological content of the Old and New Testaments.
PAREL140. Old Testament Survey
An analysis and brief description of each book of the Old Testament providing the student with a general knowledge of this part of the Scriptures, and how it fits into the complex matrix of ancient society, culture, law, history and religion.
PAREL145. The Book of Exodus
Translation and exposition of the text in accordance with standard commentaries; selected passages from Rashi and other commentators.
PAREL146. Pentateuch:Week.PortionI
The weekly portion of the Pentateuch studies with standard commentaries.
PAREL147. Pentateuch:WklyPortionII
Pentateuch: Weekly Portion II The weekly portion of the Pentateuch studied with standard commentaries.
PAREL150. New Testament Survey
An introduction to the content of the New Testament literature emphasizing the historical context in which it was formulated and its essential message upon which Christianity is founded.
PAREL154. Prison Epistles
This course includes Paul's prison epistles, consisting of Colossians, Philippians, Ephesians, and Philemon. These four Pauline works are given careful and thorough investigation.
PAREL160. The Book of DeuteronomyI
Translation and exposition of the text in accordance with standard commentaries; selected passages from Rashi and other commentators.
PAREL161. TheBookof Deuteronomy II
Translation and exposition of the text in accordance with standard commentaries; selected passages from Rashi and other commentators.
PAREL180. Christian Marriage Today
A study of the marriage relationship, its responsibilities, problems and goals, and its contribution to personal growth and enrichment. Considered in terms of commitment under the perspective of Christian values.
PAREL192. Intro. Biblical Lit. I
A basic study of Biblical literature, with an emphasis upon central themes and concepts as they are developed in the context of Biblical history.
PAREL193. Intro. Biblical Lit. II
A continuation of Intro. to Biblical Literature I.
PAREL195. Life Teachings of Jesus
The Life and Teachings of Jesus> An analysis is made of the gospel materials with a view to establishing a life of Christ. Special emphasis is given to the teachings of Jesus in their historical & contemporary contexts.
PAREL197. Church History I
A survey of the history of the Church from Pentecost to 590A.D. emphasis will be on the beginning of the Church, the formation of doctrine, persecution of the Church and the union of Church and state.
PAREL199. Comparative Religion
This course will offer students an opportunity to gain understanding of the history, beliefs and practices of the great religions of the world. A general introduction to the nature and origin of religion will be followed by a survey of the major world religions; Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Christianity Judaism and Islam. Oother religions such as those of the American Indians, Zoroastrianism, Confucianism, may also be included.
PAREL200. Sacraments in General
General introduction to the Sacraments, their history, theology and catechetical value. Special attention will be given to the teaching of the Sacraments as they apply to the parish and classroom experience.
PAREL201. Doctrine II
An analysis of biblical revelation concerning the nature and attributes of God, the person of Christ, and the person and work of the Spirit. Continuation of PAREL107.
PAREL202. Hermeneutics
Biblical hermeneutics is the science of interpreting the Scriptures. The purpose of this course is to establish the principles, methods and rules which are necessary to unfold the sense of what is written. A portion of the course will consist of the practical application of these hermeneutical principles.
PAREL203. Discipleship&Spirit.Grwt
Discipleship and Spiritual Growth Principles of discipleship, prayer, spiritual gifts, and ministry involvement.
PAREL206. The Early Prophets:
The Early Prophets: Book of Kings I and II To provide the student with the knowledge of the Book of Kings in the original Hebrew with the 11th century commentary of Rashi and other classical commentaries.
PAREL207. EarlyProphetsSamuel I&II
To provide the student with the knowledge of the Book of Samuel in the original Hebrew with the 11th century commentary of Rashi and other classical commentaries. The Early Prophets: The Books of Samuel I and II
PAREL208. Intro. Christian Spirit.
Introduction to Christian Spirituality This course attempts to acquaint the student with major themes in the development of Christian spirituality. Areas to be covered: Defining Spirituality, Image of God, Criteria for Eval. of Particular Spiritualities/Authors, History of Major Prayer Methods, Some Contemporary Trends in Spirituality, 12Step Spirituality, Spirituality of Work, The Feminine in Spirituality, Spirituality of Diocesan Priesthood, Sexuality and Spirituality, Small Group Faith Sharing.
PAREL209. Church and Liturgy
Survey of nature and mission of the Church as portrayed in Documents of Vatican II. Brief survey of History of Church. Brief history of sacraments especially Eucharist.
PAREL211. Theology of Holy Spirit
The Holy Spirit in Christian tradition and theology; discernment of the Spirit's activity, operation of his charisma, Holy Spirit in Catholicism, Protestantism, and Pentecostalism.
PAREL213. Systematic Theology I
An in-depth treatment of prolegomena (a consideration of the nature and cource of theology and of dispensational approach to Scripture), theology proper, Bibliology and anthropology, which will contrast the dispensational and convenant theology approach to the covenants.
PAREL214. Systematic Theology II
An in-depth study of Christology, soteriology and angelology .
PAREL218. Communication of Gospel
Focuses on the formal structuring of the message in the regular and expected ministry of preaching.
PAREL220. The Reformation
Examines a movement of religious reform that shattered Latin Christendom and contributed many of the conditions of early Modern Europe. Emphasis: Religious, political, social.
PAREL221. Birth of Christianity
An analysis of the origin of the Christian Church and the earliest stages of its expansion with particular emphasis on the problems in the shift from a Jewish to a gentile framework Paul's role and the contribution in defining and resolving the issues will be considered in detail and evaluated in the light of subsequent events.
PAREL223. Analysis of Hebrew Scrp
Analysis of Hebrew Scriptures: Genesis To provide the student with knowledge of the Book of Genesis in the original Hebrew with the 11th century commentary of Rashi.
PAREL229. Princsof Christian Faith
A study of the basic Christian teachings as derived from scripture and understood within the Adventist faith.
PAREL237. Develop.of Jewish Law
The halakhic process and the formulation of halakhic literature from Biblical literature through the Mishnah and Talmud; codification and response; survey of post-Talmudic literature.
PAREL238. Anal.Hebrew Scrip:Deuter
Analysis of Hebrew Scriptures: Deuteronomy To provide the student with the knowledge of the Book of Deuteronomy in the original Hebrew with the 11th century commentary of Rashi.
PAREL245. Daniel and Revelation
A study of the main lines of prophecy in the books of Daniel and Revelation and their fulfillment in history.
PAREL246. Isaiah
Texts studied with classical and modern commentaries; literary analysis; emphasis on historical background and religious and social problems considered by the prophet.
PAREL247. Jeremiah
Texts studied with classical and modern commentaries; literary analysis; emphasis on historical background and religious and social problems considered by the prophet.
PAREL248. Ezekiel
Texts studied with classical and modern commentaries; literary analysis; emphasis on historical background and religious and social problems considered by the prophet.
PAREL250. Mary-The New Testament
The aim of this course is to study the Biblical foundations of Mariology. Each participant in the seminar will be expected to prepare under guidance and present a full scale paper on as assigned aspect of this study.
PAREL253. Romans
A chapter-by-chapter analysis of Paul's argument in the book of Romans with special emphasis on the theological content of Christianity as it emerges from the author's presentation of the Gospel.
PAREL260. The Gospel of Matthew
A study of representative sections of the book on the basis of the English text.
PAREL270. Intro.toLDSFamilyHistGen
Introduction to LDS Family History (Genealogy). Introduction to family history program of Church; emphasizes identifying ancestors in the first few generations for whom temple ordinances have not been completed; use of Church resources to simplify temple and family history activities.
PAREL271. Family History Lab
Using documents created by the LDS Church to identify ancestors and submit their names for temple ordinances.
PAREL272. N.American FamilyHist.La
North American Family History Lab. Using records from Canada and the United States to identify ancestors and submit their names for temple ordinances.
PAREL273. Read. in Bibl. Narrative
Readings in Biblical Narrative This course will introduce students to reading simple biblical texts in Hebrew. Emphasis will be placed on biblical grammar and vocabulary and on reading biblical verse.
PAREL274. Eur Roman Cath 1814-1914
European Roman Catholicism 1814-1914 The nineteenth century, often considered a century of secularization, was also a great age of revival for the Roman Catholic Church in Europe. It witnessed a tremendous institutional growth of the Church, the assertion of doctrinal and administrative control from Rome known as ultramontanism, the flowering of spirituality and devotional life, and the spread of the faith from Europe throughout the world by means of extensive missionary activites.
PAREL283. The Church in Mod.Times
A study of the Church in the 19th and 20th centuries Personalities, issues, movements, thought, and literature.
PAREL284. The Book of Genesis III
Selected passages from Rashi and other commentators.
PAREL285. The Book of Genesis IV
Selected passages from Rashi and other commentators.
PAREL290. Religion in American His
Colonial patterns of established churches, revivalism, deism, and separation of church and state; denominational growth and immigration; effects of urban development, evolutionary thought, and social reform.
PAREL291. Protestant Reformation
Reform movements in the Western Christian world from the fourteenth through eighteenth century; focus on figures who formed Protestant thought, such as Luther, Calvin, Cranmer, Fox, Wesley.
PAREL292. The Medieval Church
The nature and workings of the Western Church between roughly 600 and 1300. Emphasis on the church "from within": organization, missionary strategies, liturgy, monasticism, popular religion.
PAREL293. The Synoptic Gospels
How did the Gospels develop? How historically reliable are they? What value have they as sources for a study of the person of Jesus of Nazereth? What is Form Criticism? Source Criticism? The stage of contemporary biblical scholarship. These points will be illustrated through a guided study in the synoptic Gospels: Matthew, Mark, Luke.
PAREL294. Acts
An inductive study of this unique, foundational historic book, focusing upon its transitional place in the progress of revelation. It's relation to the epistles, and the role of the Holy Spirit in the missionary expansion of the Church.
PAREL295. Life of Christ
A survey of the life of Christ, including the distinctive focus of each of the Gospels; the background, geography and chronology of Christ's ministry; and consideration of the miracles, parables, discourses, interviews, crises and passion of the Savior.
PAREL296. The Nature of the Bible
Revelation, inspiration, canon, text, translations and interpretative principles with application to the study of selected passages.
PAREL298. Hist.of Methodist Church
This is the study of the movement which profoundly changed the social and religious life of England in the 18th Century and which has greatly influenced the cultural, religious and political development of America. Primary sources are the works of John Wesley and interpretative biographies and histories of Methodism.
PAREL299. Adventist Heritage
An investigation of Seventh day Adventist church history with a preliminary review of backgrounds and foundations of the Advent message from apostolic times. Concentration of the chuch's beginnings in America, the 1844 experience, history, and organization, and development of the Seventh-day Adventist denomination in America and in the world with special attention being given to the writings of the prophets particularly Ellen G. White.
PAREL300. Methds.Biblical Analysis
To enable the student to examine selected Pentateuchal texts through the prism of various Rabbinic exegetical methods. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to articulate an understanding of various classical exegetical approaches to the Bible, an understanding of the moral, legal, and religious implications of exegetical insights; and demonstrate skills in Biblical research.
PAREL306. Relgions of N. Am. Ind.
Religions of the North American Indians - An introduction to the religious traditions and spirituality of the American Indians peoples.
PAREL307. Judaism
Introductory study of Judaism, its, history, texts, life and thought.
PAREL308. JewLaws&Customs:Sabbath
Jewish Laws and Customs Jewish laws, customs, and concepts, their history and development.
PAREL309. JewsLaws&Customs:Kashrut
Kashrut for students on the advanced level.
PAREL312. Contemporary Theology
Philosophical basis, theological content, and historical influence of the 20th century theological movements: liberalism, neoorthodoxy, existentialism, process theology, evangelicalism, etc.
PAREL313. Contextual Theology
The scope of the problem and a history of the development. A working methodology is developed for the task of Christian theologizing in the diverse context of human culture.
PAREL316. FaitOfEarlyChurchFathers
A study of the writings and theology of the fathers of the early Church from the time of the Apostles to the period of the great ecumenical councils, and an analysis of those ideas and events in the development of the earliest teachings of the Church.
PAREL318. The Medieval Church
A study of the Church in the Middle Ages, with attention to monasticism, missionary outreach, theology and philosophy, mysticism, papacy, worship and sacraments, councils, and controversies.
PAREL321. Science &ChristianFaith
Explores the interaction between science and the Christian faith.
PAREL323. Spiritual Autobiography
Becoming aware and appropriating one's own spiritual journey through the study of the spirituality of outstanding Christian and non-Christian writers.
PAREL324. Alliance Hist.&Distinctv
Alliance History and Distinctives. This course examines the history and structure of The Christian and Missionary Alliance. A major concern will be to understand the theological emphasis associated with the denomination such as the ministry of the Holy Spirit, the Biblical concept of healing, the sanctified life as well as some of the contemporary issues facing the Alliance today.
PAREL327. Catholic Priesthood
An exploration of current issues in Roman Catholic priesthood from a historical and theological perspective. Particular attention will be paid to the interests and concerns of students in the course.
PAREL329. Interpretns.Bible:OldTes
Interpretations of the Bible: Old Testament Major themes of the Biblical Literature, and of its religious, philosophical and cultural implications.
PAREL330. Love as Ethic and Idea
The Judaeo-Christian religious tradition, viewed through the concept of love as moral and theological ideal, from the biblical period to the present.
PAREL332. Christian Social Ethics
An examination of psychological, philosophical and historical bases for ethical decision making evaluated from a Biblical perspective and applied to contemporary social issues in athletics, politics, medicine, law and economics. Emphasis on Christian social responsibility.
PAREL333. FemininePrin.in Buddhism
A study of the philosophy, symbolism and practice surrounding the feminine principle in Buddhism. We will carry out this examination in a historical frame of reference, beginning with the time of the Buddha, continuing through the period of the Prajnaparamita in Mahayana thought, to the Tantric Buddhist tradition.
PAREL341. Hebrews
An intensive exegetical study of Hebrews. The course includes an investigation of the doctrines of Christ, especially His mediatorship and priesthood, and the use of the Old Testament in his book.
PAREL342. Book of Genesis I
Intensive study using classical and modern commentaries.
PAREL343. Book of Genesis II
Intensive study using classical and modern commentaries.
PAREL344. Joshua & Judges I
Intensive study using classical and modern commentaries
PAREL345. Joshua and Judges II
Intensive study using classical and modern commentaries.
PAREL354. Mark as Narrative
A seminar which will investigate and employ the methods of contemporary literary criticism to approach the story world created by Mark, to discover the experience of his gospel as a unified narrative, to understand the story better as a whole, and appreciate its literary and theological impact.
PAREL355. The Gospel of Luke
A study of the text in comparison with Mark, Matthew and Acts, with particular stress on Luke's theological interpretation of his common sources (Mark and Q) and his handling of his special material. Exegetical and historical considerations are combined to produce an understanding of Luke's overall purpose and principal theological emphasis.
PAREL360. Comparative Mysticism
A course designed to acquaint the student with the nature of mystical experience recorded in the writings of the mystics.
PAREL361. From Mythto Christianity
Study of the religions/mythologies of the ancient Middle East and Eastern Mediterranean and how their influences shaped the theology and practices of Christianity up to the end of the fourth century influences, many of which continue to be evident in the traditional Roman and Eastern Orthodox churches.
PAREL362. Sufism (Islamic Mystic.)
Islamic Mysticism - The foundation of Sufism in the Quranic revelation, its subsequent development, and its significance within Islamic civilization. Doctrines and practices of Sufism; history of the Sufi orders; Sufi literature, particularly in Arabic and Persian. The influence of Sufism upon social and political life and its state and role in the contemporary world, both Islamic and non-Islamic.
PAREL363. Islamic Religion & Art
Investigation of major forms of Islamic art, such as calligraphy, architecture, and urban design: Quaranic chanting, poetry, and music in relation to the principles of Islamic revelation.
PAREL365. Tibetan Buddhism
This course will trace the development of Buddhism in Tibet, principally during the first and second spreadings of Buddhism, when most of the classical forms of Tibetan Buddhism were evolved. Attention will be given to the various roles of Nikaya, Mehayana and Vajrayana Buddhism and to the interplay of religious, social and political factors in this process.
PAREL366. Zen Buddhism
This course explores Zon (ch'an) Buddhism in its historical, theoretial, and practical dimensions with a specific aim of examining the theme that the Buddha mind can be actualized by awakening to one's own Buddha-nature.
PAREL367. Mahayana Buddhism
This course provides a basic introduction to the origins, ideas, practices, literature, institutions and history of Mahayana Buddhism in India. Emphasis will be placed on the Bodhisattva ideal and its expression in the various dimensions of Mahayana tradition and on reading from the primary sultra literature of the Mahayana.
PAREL368. Buddhist Civilization
A basic introduction to Buddhist tradition in Asia. Topics will include discussion of basic Buddhist perspectives, ideas and practices. Buddhist creativity in visual art, literature, philosophy, and social ethical thought and the impact of Buddhism on its religious, culture, social and political milieu.
PAREL369. JewLaw&Customs:LifeCycle
The Jewish life cycle: laws and customs of major ritual observances and ceremonies in Jewish life.
PAREL372. Martin Luther
Examination of the life, times and works of Martin Luther. The stages of his life will be traced and his significance and influence upon the Church assessed.
PAREL373. Ministry of the Laity
Every baptized Christian can be said to have a ministry in his/ her life situation. This course addresses those ministries by reflecting theologically on them and by developing skills to en able them.
PAREL386. Adolescent Culture
Components of youth influencing adolescent behavior, value systems, and attitude will be studied. The course will include lecture with case studies and research. Topics covered will include the nature of culture and pop culture, Christian response to culture, study into the effect of our culture on adolescents, and response and roles for youth leaders.
PAREL387. The Jewish Woman
The role of the Jewish woman in religion, history, community life, and culture. Influence of surrounding cultures and problems of today.
PAREL388. Rel388 Con Jud Hist Bkgd
REL388 Contemporary Judaism and its Historical Background An understanding of the Jewish beliefs and practices, their biblical historical routes, their theological and cultural motivations.
PAREL389. Intro. to Judaism
Introduction to Judaism A comprehensive inroduction to the Jewish religious tradition, to history literature and thought. Basic concepts and practices of Judaism are studied from both historical and phenomenological points of view.
PAREL390. Jesus
The career and teaching of Jesus viewed in historical context; development of the Gospel tradition and its effect on later concepts of Christ.
PAREL391. John
Historical and theological background of the Fourth Gospel and its influence on the thought of early Christianity.
PAREL392. Paul
The letters of Paul in historical context; his background conversion, and apostolic mission; the development and influence of his thought on later Christianity.
PAREL397. Sacraments of Initiation
Historical and theological study of baptism, confirmation, and first eucharist. Contemporary theology and practice receive special attention.
PAREL398. The Church in Reform.Era
A study of the major voices of the Protestant Reformation of the 16th Century - Hus, Luther, Zwingli, Butzer, Calvin, Oecolampadiu, Colet, and Cranmer.
PAREL399. Church Hist: Reform&Mod.
Church History: Reformation and Modern. Includes a survey of the Reformation and the ensuing conflicts in Europe, religious factors in the colonization of the New World, the great revival movements and modern Christianity. Special stress is laid upon the historical roots of present problems and issues facing the church.
PAREL400. Talmud Text I: Intro I.
Course Title: Talmud Text I: Introduction to the Talmudic Judicial System I Through the study of Sanhedrin, Chapter 4, the course will focus on the differences between dinei mamonot and dinei nefashot in terms of the judicial process. Though primary emphasis will be on the text with Rashi, some use of other Rishonim will be undertaken.
PAREL401. Talmud Text I: Intro II
Course Title: Talmud Text I: Introduction to the Talmudic Judicial System II Through the study of Sanhedrin, Chapter 4, the course will focus on the differences between dinei mamonot and dinei nefashot in terms of the judicial process. Though primary emphasis will be on the text with Rashi, some use of other Rishonim will be undertaken.
PAREL402. Talmud Text I: Intro III
Course title: Talmud Text I: Introduction to the Talmudic Judicial System III Students will be introduced to the hierarchy of courts and their jurisdictions, and the kinds of cases which they adjudicate: civil, criminal, and religious-political; the status of various classes of judges; the merits of compromise as a substitute for litigation.
PAREL403. Talmud Text I: Intro IV
Course title: Talmud Text I: Introduction to Talmudic Judicial System IV Students will be introduced to the hierarchy of courts and their jurisdictions, and the kinds of cases which they adjudicate: civil, criminal, and religious-political; the status of various classes of judges; the merits of compromise as a substitute for litigation.
PAREL404. Talmud Text III: Adv. I
Course title: Talmud Text III: Introduction to Rishonim Advanced I The two main topics are delivery of a get against the wife's will and invalid gittin and their halakhic consequences. Students will prepare the text of the Talmud, Rashi, and Tosafot, and also selections from other Rishonim - both those that function primarily as commentary, like Hiddushei HaRashba, and those that move towards codification of halakhah, like Sefer HaMordecai. Stress will be placed on developing the skills to read these commentaries on one's own.
PAREL405. Intro to World Religions
Introduction World Religions This course covers the following: Religion: Dimensions and Approaches; Primal religions; Hinduism; Buddhism; Confucianism; Taoism; Judaism; Chrisianity; Islam.
PAREL406. TalmudTextIII:IntroAdvII
Course Title: Talmud Test III: Introduction to Rishonim Advanced II The two main topics are delivery of a get against the wife's will and invalid gittin and their halakhic consequences. Students will prepare the text of the Talmud, Rashi, and Tosafot, and also selections from other Rishonim - both those that function primarily as commentary, like Hiddushei HaRashba, and those that move towards codification of halakhah, like Sefer HaMordecai. Stress will be placed on developing the skills to read these commentaries on one's own.
PAREL407. IntnsiveTalmudI:Mekhinah
Course Title: Intensive Talmud I: Mekhinah The course is designed to help prepare students for their text exam on ten dapim of Talmud for entrance to the Rabbinical School. It will emphasize fundamental skills in reading and understanding the Talmud text with the commentary of Rashi, and will introduce the student to a variety of legal concepts and forms of argumentation.
PAREL408. IntnsveTalmudII:Mekhinah
Course Title: Intensive Talmud II: Mekhinah The course is designed to help prepare students for their text exam on ten dapim of Talmud for entrance to the Rabbinical School. It will emphasize fundamental skills in reading and understanding the Talmud text with the commentary of Rashi, and will introduce the student to a variety of legal concepts and forms of argumentation.
PAREL409. Issues in Compar. Rel.
Issues in Comparative Religion This course studies interfaith dialogue and movements concerned with building a global theology/ethic. Discussions include: how to reconcile conflicting truth claims, the impact of increasing religious conservatism on ecumenism, how to preserve the integrity of a pluralistic world, ethnocentrism and evangelism, and human survival as a common concern. Participants do case studies and readings from the writings of Paul Tillich, Ninian Smart, John Cobb, and others.
PAREL411. God and Philosophy
Philosophical views about God and our knowledge of Him.
PAREL412. The Sabbath
The Sabbath - for students on the intermediate level.
PAREL413. Sephardic Life Cycle
The Sephardic life cycle.
PAREL414. Sephardic Sabbath&Festiv
Sephardic Sabbath and Festival minhagim.
PAREL415. Arican-Amer. Rel & Cult.
Arican-American Religion and Culture A study of several fundamental concepts and themes found in religious traditions of African-Americans in the context of their social, cultural and intellectual matrix.
PAREL416. Intro. to African Rel.
Introduction to African Religions This course examines theories of "primitive religions" and myths of Supreme Being; major and minor deities; communal and personal virtue; sacrifices; prayers and hymns; and the distinctions between magic, witchcraft, and sorcery.
PAREL417. Hinduism & its Signif.
Hinduism and its Significance The religious traditions of Asia are all, to varying degrees, influenced by the ancient culture and religion of India. Beginning with a study of important Hindu beliefs and practices, the class focuses primarily on their impact on the developing religious traditions of the East, and on their continuing importance in contemporary world culture.
PAREL418. The Church & Imperialism
Foundation of the Catholic Christian Church in its Jewish, Greek, & Roman environments. Liturgical, dctrinal & pastoral develoipments of the People of God in the face of pagan Roman persecution, Byzantine Caesaro-Papism, & contact with new European nations.
PAREL419. The Church & Christendom
Establishment of the medieval ideal of the City of God: theocraftic, socially responsible, missionary & crusading. Vicissitudes of the People of God in defending the ideal against internal dissension and external aggression. Renaissance birth pangs of modern Europe.
PAREL421. Christ. Thought&Prac.II
Christian Thought and Practice II A study of religious thought and practice from the split between Eastern and Western Church to the Enlightenment. The changing understandings of God, self, and world as displayed in selected writers.
PAREL422. Sabbath Liturgy
The history, development, function and meaning of the Shabbat (Sabbath) liturgy. In addition to the standard liturgy, selected poetic pieces reflecting various minhagim (customs) will be studied.
PAREL430. The Chr Rf in En Md Era
THE CHURCH AND REFORM IN THE EARLY MODERN ERA. Examines the rise of the Catholic, Protestant, and counter reformations. Particular attention will be paid to various institutional and doctrinal crises facing the Church, and their impact on the response of the Church.
PAREL431. Church & Refm ErlyModEra
THE CHURCH IN THE MODERN ERA: PRESENT A study of the Church & its evolving relationship with modern society against the backdrop of strong nation states. Special emphasis on the French revolution, the pontificate of Pius IX & the First Vatican Council, & new intellectual currents.
PAREL432. Doc.Teach.Roma.Cath.Chur
Doctrinal Teachings of the Roman Catholic Church An investigation into the nature and theology of the Catholic concept of the teaching role of the Church and its relationship to the role of theology. A survey of doctrinal positions on issues of contemporary significance in Catholic life including the authority of scripture and tradition, Mariology, infallibility, and eschatology.
PAREL433. SymlArt&Arch.Chris.Wrshp
Symbol, Art, and Architecture in Christian Workship An examination of Christian symbolism, the use of art in worship, and the design of church buildings.
PAREL440. Psalms I
A study of selected chapters of the first half of the Book of Psalms in the original Hebrew text with the classical commentaries, also in the original, and supporting Midrashic sources. Emphasis on chapters included in the liturgy, the Psalms of David as divinely inspired and as an expression of the individual and national voice. The basic commentary used throughout is the Malbim.
PAREL441. Psalms II
A study of selected chapters of the second half of the Book of Psalms in the original Hebrew text with the classical commentaries, also in the original, and supporting Midrashic sources. Emphasis on chapters included in the liturgy, the Psalms of David as divinely inspired and as an expression of the individual and national voice. The basic commentary used throughout is the Malbim.
PAREL442. The Five Scrolls
A study of the evaluation of the literary, artistic, theological, ideological, historical and ethical significance of the five scrolls: The Song of Songs, Ruth, Lamentations, Ecclesiastes, and Esther.
PAREL460. Studies in Hindu Rel.Td.
STUDIES IN HINDU RELIGIOUS TRADITIONS Selected topics such as Upanishadic thought, the Bhagavad-gita, Advaita Vedanta, Hindu ethics, Monastic traditions, Hindu soteriology.
PAREL461. The Haftarot
Those portions of the Prophets used as synagogue lessons.
PAREL462. An Intro. to Rel of Islm
An Introduction to the Religion of Islam Comparative approach to study of Islam as a living religion. Covers creed, ritual, and sects: significance for community, faith, and practice of the centrality of the Word. Emphasis on the place of Islam in Mulsims' lives and on its changing identity and force in local and global politics.
PAREL463. Comp. Eastern Religions
Explores the major religions of India and the Far East.
PAREL466. History of the Papacy
A survey of the history of the papacy from its origins to the 16th-century Reformation.
PAREL467. Reli. of the East. World
Religions of the Eastern World Religious beliefs, practices, and sacred writings of Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, and Shinto.
PAREL481. Pentateuch with Rashi
A methodological survey of Rashi's commentary and an introduction to medieval Jewish biblical exegesis use of the commentary to help discern difficulties within the biblical text, as well as proposed solutions.
PAREL482. The Bk. of Leviticus II
The Book of Leviticus II Translation and exposition of the text in accordance with standard commentaries expected passages from Rashi and other commentators. For students on the upper intermediate level.
PAREL483. The Bk. of Deutero. II
The Book of Deuteronomy II Translation and exposition of the text in accordance with standard commentaries; selected passages from Rashi and other commentators. For students on the upper intermediate level.
PAREL490. Apocalyptic Literature
This is a study of Daniel and Revelation. An analytical study of Daniel is made in connection with its historic setting and prophetic prediction. The prophecies of the Revelation are studied in detail and comparisons are made with predictions of Daniel.
PAREL491. Hist.oftheSocietyJesus
A study of the religious experience of St. Ignatius and his early companions. The founding of the Society of Jesus and its history to contemporary times.
PAREL492. History of Zionism
The history of Zionism as an ideology and political movement from its origins in the 19th century to the present. Topics will include: the ideological foundations of Zionism; the role of Herzl and the rise of political Zionism; the Balfour Declaration; the development of the Yishuv; Zionism as a cultural identity for Diaspora Jewry; the British Mandate; the Arab-Zionist encounter; contemporary Israeli society; and Zionism and its critics.
PAREL493. Intro.Book of Morman I
Origin and teachings of the Book of Mormon.
PAREL494. Intro. Book of Morman II
Origin and teachings of the Book of Mormon.
PAREL495. AdvTalmud:PrservPurityIs
Advanced Talmud: Preserving The Purity of Isreal. Advanced approaches to the Talmud text with the commentaries of Rashi, Tosafot, & other selected medieval authorities. Yevamot, Chapter 8 which concerns the restriction or separation of persons of various conditions or categories & thus the preservation of the "purity" of Israel.
PAREL496. Tal Tx II: Kiddushin I
Talmud Text II: Kiddushin I. A text course with special emphasis on Rishonim. This course will continue the study of the Talmudic text begun in firstyear Talmud & utilize skills acquired to cover new material in greater depth.
PAREL497. Tal Tx II: Kiddushin II
A text course with special emphasis on Rishonim. This course will continue the study of the Talmudic text begun in firstyear Talmud and utilize skills acquired to cover new material in greater depth.
PAREL498. Tal Tx II:Mn &Wmn/Marr I
Talmud Text II: Men & Women in Marriage I. This course will explore the rabbinic understanding of Jewish marriage, examining topics such as the mutural rights & responsibilities of husbands & wives, the rebellious spouse, grounds for divorce, & aggadic musings on domestic harmony. As noted above, the text of the Talmud will serve as the focal point of study, but considerable attention will be paid to developing the skill of reading & appreciating the commentary of the Rishonim, in particular the writings of Meiri, Ritva, & Shittah Mekubbetzet.
PAREL499. TalTxII: Mn&Wnm/Marr II
Talmud Text II: Men and Women in Marriage II. This course will explore the rabbinic understanding of Jewish marriage, examining topics such as the mutual rights & responsibilities of husbands & wives, the rebellious spouse, grounds for divorce, & aggadic musings on domestic harmony. As noted above, the text of the Talmud will serve as the focal point of study, but considerable attention will be paid to developing the skill of reading & appreciating the commentary of the Rishonim, in particular the writings of Meiri, Ritva, & Shittah Mekubbetzet.
POREL249. Analy. of Heb.Scrip:Exod
ZAIDNER: NEVE YERUSHALAYIM, JERUSALEM, SEPT. 1984-PRESENT Analysis of Hebrew Scriptures: Exodus To provide the student with the knowledge of the Book of Exodus in the original Hebrew with the 11th century commentary of Rashi. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to articulate an in-depth understanding of the major religious, historical and legal elements of the Book of Exodus.
POREL261. St Jewish Lw:Lw Cu Shb I
Studies in Jewish Law: Laws and Customs of the Shabbat I ZAIDNER: NEVE YERUSHALAYIM, JERUSALEM, SEPT. 1984-PRESENT To equip the student with the knowledge of the laws of the Sabbath and their biblical and rabbinic sources.
POREL322. History of Christianity
To introduce the major historical periods & movements of Christianity.
POREL331. Jeremiah
ZAIDNER: NEVE YERUSHALAYIM, JERUSALEM, SEPT. 1984-PRESENT To provide the student with the knowledge of the Book of Jeremiah in the original Hebrew with 11th century of Rashi and other classical commentaries. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to articulate an in-depth understanding of the major moral, religious, political and theological elements of the Book of Jeremiah.
POREL374. Megillat Ruth
ZAIDNER: NEVE YERUSHALAYIM, JERUSALEM, FEB. 1997-PRESENT To examine the Book of Ruth in the original Hebrew text together with the commentary of Rashi and Ibn Ezra.
POREL375. Megillat Esther
ZAIDNER: NEVE YERUSHALAYIM, JERUSALEM, FEB. 1997-PRESENT To examine the Book of Esther in the original Hebrew text together with the commentary of Rashi. To explicate major themes as well as provide answers to questions of detail, sequence and syntactical analysis, the Talmudic and Midrashic statements regarding the matter will be reviewed as a source for additional detail and amplification of the text. The commentary of Ibn Ezra will be referred to for concomitant interpretation when necessary.
POREL376. Jonah
ZAIDNER: NEVE YERUSHALAYIM, JERUSALEM, SEPT. 1992-PRESENT To examine the original Hebrew text of the Book of Jonah, its narrative motifs and its social, ethnical and theological messages from a variety of interpretive perspectives.
POREL377. Interp Comm & Jewish Law
Interpersonal Communications and Jewish Law ZAIDNER: NEVE YERUSHALAYIM, JERUSALEM, FALL 1984-PRESENT To examine the issues of interpersonal relations in Jewish law.
POREL378. St Jewish Law:Inter Rel
Studies in Jewish Law: Interpersonal Relationships ZAIDNER: NEVE YERUSHALAYIM, JERUSALEM, SPRING 1996-PRESENT To examine the Bliblical and halakhic texts dealing with various interpersonal relationships.
POREL471. Survey of Bibl Themes
Survey of Biblical Themes ZAIDNER: NEVE YERUSHALAYIM, JERUSALEM, FEB. 1994-PRESENT To examine selected Biblical topics with their classical commentaries.
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