Judaic Studies 345 - Jews & Challenges/Modernity

Spring
2019
01
4.00
Ralph Melnick
M W 2:30PM 3:45PM
UMass Amherst
16266
Herter Hall room 444
rmelnick@judnea.umass.edu
The emergence of modern Jewish identity and culture, focusing on the socio-economic, political, and intellectual forces which led to improved treatment of Jews. Topics include: Hasidim, Enlightenment, and the impact of the French Revolution. Analysis of the implications of modernity for the Jewish community and family, the synagogue, secular Judaism, and Jewish-Gentile relations. (Gen.Ed. HS, DG)
Graduate Level option available. Contact Instructor.
Permission is required for interchange registration during the add/drop period only.
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