JLAW 204 The Laws of Shabbat IV
- Description
- Curriculum
JLAW 204 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.
This course explores Jewish laws and customs concerning the Sabbath. It will cover the concepts, laws and customs related to the Sabbath, including the major principles and their underlying premises applied to novel situations. Topics include writing, erasing, building, demolishing, the final hammer blow, kindling a fire, using electricity, extinguishing a fire, and transferring objects. These topics will be covered as major categories along with their subcategories.
Learning Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
- Identify and explain the fundamental philosophy behind the prohibition of working on Sabbath.
- Identify the sources and reasoning at the foundation of the laws and customs of the Sabbath
- Explain, analyze, interpret, and apply rabbinical institutions and law.
- Distinguish between similar prohibitions and discuss their underlying principles.
- Determine when leniencies apply and describe their impact on Sabbath behavior.
