Judaic Studies Fall 2024 Courses
Are you curious about Judaism or want to brush up on the tradition? Have you ever wanted to speak and read Hebrew? Well, UMaine Judaic Studies has you covered!Enrollment is now open for the Fall semester (September 3rd to December 13th).
HBR 101 – 0180 Beginning Modern Hebrew, Online Live, 9:30-10:45, TTh
A systematic study of the basics of the Hebrew language. Equal emphasis is placed on developing reading, listening comprehension, speaking and writing skills. For students with minimal or no previous knowledge of Modern Hebrew. General Education: Cultural Diversity & International Perspectives. Instructor: Shellie Batuski, shellie.batuski@maine.edu
JST 200 – 0001 Introduction to Judaism, On-campus, Williams Hall 202, 12:30-1:45, TTh
This course presents students with a survey of the developments in Jewish belief, practice, institutions and self-understanding from the Biblical period through the present day. Through the study of both primary and secondary sources, students will become familiar with the major canonical texts of Judaism, religious law, liturgy, rites of passage, the Sabbath and festivals. Students will learn how Jewish values, beliefs, philosophies, rituals and institutions developed within a variety of historical and cultural settings. Students will learn of the unique way in which Jews and Judaism engage with themselves, with G-d, and with humanity. General Education: Western Cultural Tradition. Instructor: Samuel Weiss, samuel.weiss@maine.edu
Registration
To register for courses as a non-degree student, see https://umaine.edu/dlladv…/non-degree-student-information/.
Courses are FREE for Maine residents 65 and older (https://umaine.edu/dlladvi…/senior-citizen-tuition-waiver/).