ANES 332

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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

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3

Fixed/Max

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.

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Contextualizing Texts

Learning Outcome

Extrapolate cultural and historical information from primary texts, while accurately placing them in their original historical and cultural context.

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Working with Texts

Learning Outcome

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