Beyond Israel - Voices of Wisdom from the Past

From

01/02/2012

To

01/08/2012

Content

Wisdom in other ancient traditions: e.g., Hammurabi, Ancient Egyptian Wisdom, Buddha, Confucius, Lao-Tzu, Zoroaster, Aesop's Fables.

Skills

Critical reading, interpretation & application.
Note-taking.
Class discussion.

Resources

Texts from the above-cited persons and sources.
Documentary film.

Instructional Strategies

Lecture.
Class discussion.

Assessment

Quiz/Test instruments.
Class participation.
Art project.

Outcomes

Understanding & appreciation of non-biblical wisdom traditions.
Ability to compare/contrast biblical wisdom teachings with other sources.