BIBL2050M: THE HAFTAROT II

Abstract

This semester we will be studying the Haftarot that are read in the Beit Knesset throughout the spring. We will study the concept of Haftarah, the text of each Haftarah, the relevant midrashim and parshanim, its message, and its correlation with Parshat Hashavua and/or the calendar. This will be accomplished through a close examination and appreciation of פשט , מדרש , medieval and modern commentaries.