JWST 261. History of Jewish Philosophy and Thought.
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JWST 261
History of Jewish Philosophy and Thought.
Credits: 3
Offered by: Jewish Studies (Faculty of Arts)
This course is not offered this catalogue year.
Description
An introduction to Jewish philosophy and thought from the Hellenistic period (Philo) to the beginning of the modern era (Spinoza) focusing on topics such as prophecy and philosophy, God and the world; the Law as a canon of ethical rules and as a political constitution. Survey of the treatment of such issues by Jewish thinkers from Philo to Maimonides.
- For detailed course content go to www.mcgill.ca/jewishstudies/undergraduates.
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