Religious Studies 004 / Fall 2002
Introduction to Judaism and Christianity

• Course Description

• Course Syllabus

• Course Requirements

  - Assignments
  - Midterm Evaluation
  - Final Exam
  - Research Paper
  - Reading Material
  - Attendance

• Grade Scale

• Study Materials

• Announcements

• Articles Submitted by Students

• Events and Lectures of Interest

• Help With Writing

• Ask the Rabbi

This is not a “religion class,” but rather a “class on religion” offering, through the study and analysis of classical religious texts, in their original historical and literary context; a general introduction to the history, philosophy and ideology of Judaism and Christianity,

Students will be expected to understand the underlying principles of each religion, as well as the impact each one has had on the development of what is currently labeled as the “Judeo-Christian” tradition.

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The following topics are described in detail by following the associated links (in blue):

Course Syllabus: A complete copy of the course syllabus is provided in PDF (Acrobat) format for students to download at will.

Course Requirements: In addition to the outline of the course requirements listed in the syllabus,

Assignments: This area contains detailed explanations for each of the required components of the coures: Personal Statements, Mid-term, Research paper and Final exam. In addition, it lists expectations, texts and grading policy for the class.

Attendance: This area contains detailed explanations for each of the required components of the coures: Personal Statements, Mid-term, Research paper and Final exam. In addition, it lists expectations, texts and grading policy for the class.

Grades: This area contains detailed explanations for each of the required components of the coures: Personal Statements, Mid-term, Research paper and Final exam. In addition, it lists expectations, texts and grading policy for the class.

Study Material: Special Study material will be posted prior to the midterm and final to aid students in their preparation for the tests.

Announcements: The instgructor will periodicly post special announcements of importance and interest to the class. This is where students will find out if classes have been cancelled due to bad weather, make-up sessions, etc. Please look at this sectin on a weekly basis. New information or announcements are normally posted on Monday and Wednesday evenings.

Contact the Instructor: Submit questions to the professor. In addition to the information listed above, students can find additional contact information, office hours, and some biographical details about the instructor.

Please take full advantage of this site, and email any questions, suggestions or recommendations to Rabbi Chorny

aic6@psu.edu