SCAR 3BW3 - Gender in Ancient Eastern Mediterranean

3 unit(s)

Formerly RELIGST 2B03
This course analyzes gender roles in Biblical literature and other texts of Ancient Near East and Mediterranean regions. By examining how gender is depicted in different genres of literature and material artifacts, we will learn about ancient authors’ understanding of gender identities.
Lectures, discussion (three hours); one term
Antirequisite(s): RELIGST 2B03, WOMENST 2B03, 3BW3
Cross-list(s): GENDRST 3BW3