This recorded lecture from Yale on Genesis is part of an introductory course on the Old Testament. This introductory lecture is part of a series of lectures on Genesis; this one covers books 1–4. This lesson compares biblical monotheism and resultant concepts with the views seen in ancient Near Eastern texts, including creation stories. Pair it with readings: Bible: Introduction to Genesis (JSB pp. 8-11); Gen 1-4. Pritchard, James, ed. “The Deluge,” “The Creation Epic,” and “The Epic of Gilgamesh.” In The Ancient Near East, Volume 1. pp. 28-75. Kaufmann, Yehezkel. The Religion of Israel. New York: Schocken, 1972. pp. 21-121.
Religion
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Undergraduate