NES 3588

Archaeology and the Bible

Course Description

Course information provided by the 2026-2027 Catalog.

The purpose of the course is to place the Bible within the context of a larger ancient world that can be explored by systematic excavation of physical remains. Students will become familiar with archaeological excavations and finds from ancient Syria-Palestine from 10,000 bce to 586 bce. We will explore this archaeological evidence on its own terms, taking into consideration factors such as archaeological method and the interpretive frameworks in which the excavators themselves work, as well as the implications of this body of evidence for understanding the complexity and diversity of biblical Israel. (ARKEO-RMNE)

Distribution Requirements (CA-AG, D-AG, HA-AG, LA-AG), (ALC-AS, HST-AS)

Exploratory Studies (CU-ITL)

Last 4 Terms Offered 2025SP, 2023SP, 2019SP, 2012SP

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