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In this course students will develop an understanding of the variety and
unity of Jewish Philosophy through the ages. The course will consist of
four units. The first unit will be an examination of ancient texts, such
as Ecclesiastes and Job. We will seek to elucidate the philosophy of
life, morality, and religion that underlies these texts. The second unit
will be an examination of medieval Jewish philosophy, with a special
focus on Maimonides' Guide of the Perplexed. The third unit will be an
examination of early modern Jewish philosophy, with a special focus on
Spinoza's Ethics. The fourth unit will be an examination of contemporary
Jewish ethics, with a special focus on Jewish perspectives on current
bioethical issues (such as physician-assisted suicide and organ
donation).
Approved as
General Education Tier Two - Humanities and General Education Diversity
Emphasis.
Prerequisites:
none
Instructor: Contact the
Philosophy
Department
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