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Courses - Spring 2026
HIST
History Department Site
HIST428D
Selected Topics in History; Fighting Words: Debated Topics in Jewish Thought
Credits: 3
Grad Meth: Reg, P-F, Aud
An examination of the constant debate over the meaning of the sacred texts and the rulings of rabbinic authorities in Jewish thought. After a general introduction, this course focuses on modern claims to authority in the US and Israel.

Cross listed with JWST429F, RELS429C, and JWST658A. Credit granted for only HIST428D, JWST429F, RELS429C, or JWST658A.