BIB 250 Chumash Devarim
Final Exam and Transcript Provided by Davar Academy
BIB 250 is a self-study course whose grade is based solely on the final examination. The course of study that is necessary to be prepared for the final examination consists of lessons based on the readings noted in this syllabus. Students should read the entire text of all the reading assignments. There are no formal assignments, but students are encouraged to take the practice quizzes associated with the readings to ensure that they have gleaned the appropriate knowledge to fulfill the course objectives and are well prepared for the final exam.
Bible 250 is designed to assess the student’s knowledge of the book of Devarim. The entire text of Devarim and selected commentaries of Rashi are covered. Although most of the exam is in English, students must be able to read and understand Hebrew. Topics include the purpose of repeating the Torah, the mission of the spies, Moses’ prayer to enter the land, the Ten Commandments, Shema, Moses’ blessing and admonition, and more.
Learning Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate knowledge of the text and commentary of Rashi on the whole Book of Devarim
- Analyze and explain selections of text and Rashi’s commentary.
- Elucidate the inconsistency or textual problem that Rashi is attempting to solve based on his use of hermeneutics.
- Identify where Rashi saw his interpretation imbedded in the text.
- Explain the significance of Rashi’s solutions in terms of ethical and religious behavior.
The Chumash – Book of Devarim Chapters 1-50 (and commentary of Rashi) Optional reading: What’s Bothering Rashi by Avigdor Bonchek.
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BIB 250 Chumash Devarim
Syllabus
The student’s final grade will be based on a final examination. Examination questions will cover all topics covered in the readings. Students will have two hours to complete the final examination. Students will be assigned a number grade from 0-100. A letter grade will also be issued in accordance with the following scale:
90-100 – A
80-89 – B
70-79 – C
0-69 – non passing
