History and Archaeology of Ancient Israel

Three credits · Undergraduate

This course explores the history of ancient Israel and Judah from their origin to the fall of Jerusalem in 586 BCE. Students will examine the geography, culture, and historical milieu that gave rise to the Old Testament and Hebrew Scriptures, and discuss the major persons and events in ancient Israel and Judah. Credit will be granted for only one of RELS 416 or RELS 351. Three credits. Not offered 2026-2027; offered every three years.