Introduction to Ugaritic
SEMPHIL 152
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Course Information
Description
A thorough and rigorous introduction to the Ugaritic language, with a focus on grammar and the reading of a variety of genres of Ugaritic literature (epistolary, ritual, legal, administrative, myth, epic, etc.). The course will also provide students with the opportunity to explore themes in the religion and society of Ugarit and to reflect on their importance for understanding the literature and religion of ancient Israel. Prerequisite: Knowledge of Classical Hebrew or another Semitic language, such as (especially) Akkadian or Arabic. This course is supervised by Dr. Rhyder but taught by instructional staff.
Course Notes
Offered jointly with the Divinity School as 4061
Recommended Prep
Good working knowledge of Classical (Biblical) Hebrew.
Available for Harvard Cross Registration
