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B555 The Book of Daniel and Biblical Aramaic: Hebrew-based Exegesis

B555 The Book of Daniel and Biblical Aramaic: Hebrew-based Exegesis

This Hebrew-based course introduces exegetical methods through study of the book of Daniel and provides an overview of Biblical Aramaic grammar, syntax and vocabulary. Attention will be given to the ancient literary, historical, apocalyptic, and theological dimensions of Daniel, and to its place in traditional and recent eschatological interpretation. Prerequisite: B505 or equivalent.