Old Testament? Hebrew Bible? TANAKH? What do these three have in common? Do we get any sense that these three refer to the same set of scriptures? For the next two weeks, we will journey through the first six books of the Bible through a different lens by using the works of rabbis and renowned Jewish theologians and scholars, past and present. Learners will be exposed to Jewish interpretations of Torah and beyond without the requirement of familiarity with Judaism or reading Hebrew. With or without formal academic experience, participants can feel confident of success in the course. The course will not only challenge you to consider scriptures through a Jewish perspective but will also offer you ways to think about how you might use this material to develop learning opportunities for your congregations. It is highly recommended that learners read the text prior to the start of the course.
Learners will need to obtain this book: Reading the Old Testament Through Jewish Eyes by Rabbi Evan Moffic
The course is eligible for 1.0 CEUs.
Price: $100
Quick Info:
Number of weeks: 2
Price: $100
CEUs: 1.0
Required books: Yes
Blackboard: Yes
Zoom: No
Certification or Series: No
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About the Instructor
With a Ph.D. in history and an M.A. in religious studies, Jerra Jenrette has taught a wide range of courses during her 34-year academic career. These have included History of Christianity (at both the undergraduate and graduate levels), US and European Women’s history, Salem Witch Trials, and various domestic and study abroad trips. During her work for her religious studies degree, she took multiple courses that focused on Hebrew Bible and Judaisms. She has taught causes for her church on “Herstory: Women in the Bible” and “Herstory II: Bad Women of the Bible.” In addition, courses completed through her local Lay Ministry School and beadisciple.com have allowed Jerra to earn her Lay Servant, Lay Speaker, and Lay Minister (CLM) certifications. Jerra is an avid reader of theology and history and has a deep interest in examining Scripture through multiple lenses.
Past Learners Said…
“The instructor was wonderful. Jerra’s responses to all of us have been steady and consistent, drawing us out more and offering additional texts and resources.”
“This course opens the door to a fresh and highly relevant perspective on God and God’s word.”
“I learned some deeper nuances of meaning in the books of the Torah.”
“Jerra’s response to all of us has been steady and consistent, drawing us out more, covering additional texts and resources.”
“(This course) opens the door to a fresh and highly relevant perspective on God and God’s word.”
“(This course) has changed my perspective of the connection to the New Testament–the lessons are so much more than I even knew to ask about!”
