This course examines the relationship between the Roman Empire and the Judeans, both in Judea and in the Diaspora. The course is intended to provide students with a knowledge of the main issues that come into play in this complex interaction between a Near Eastern ethnic group whose ancestral customs underpin a system of ethical monotheism and the Roman imperial power in need of a stable environment on the eastern boundaries of its Empire. The course will trace relations from the period of Roman involvement in Judean affairs (63 BCE) through to the revolt that ultimately led to the destruction of the Temple in 70 CE.

Lecturer

Professor Zuleika Rodgers

How to apply

Applications can be made in person on Thursday, 19 September 2013, 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. in the Department of Near and Middle Eastern Studies, room 5042, level 5 of the Arts Building, Trinity College, Dublin 2 or by post before 10 January 2014.

Fee

€150 for the course. For security reasons payment should be by cheque/draft/postal money order only, made payable to Trinity College no. 1 account. A concession rate is available to second and third level students, unemployed persons and those in receipt of a social welfare pension.

Date

Teaching commences during the week beginning 13 January 2014. Please note this is a day-time course.

Duration

The course runs for a total of eleven weeks.

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