HIST M178
Introduction to History and Culture of Iranian Jews
Description: (Same as Iranian M178 and Jewish Studies M178.) Lecture, three hours. Introduction to political, intellectual, cultural, and socioeconomic status of Iranian Jews. Exploration of history of Iranian Jews from ancient period throughout history, with focus on post-Middle Ages to present time. Topics, studied from perspective of Iranian cultural and intellectual history, include identity and status, religious tolerance versus forced conversion, Iranian Jewish emancipation, and dynamic symbiosis between Iranian Jews and other Iranians. P/NP or letter grading.
Units: 4.0
Units: 4.0
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Most Helpful Review
Winter 2019 - This class was very informative and covers a lot of history. The teacher was very passionate which made the class more interesting and engaging. This history is important, especially now while the jewish people are so misunderstood in media. It really sheds light on the reality of history.
Winter 2019 - This class was very informative and covers a lot of history. The teacher was very passionate which made the class more interesting and engaging. This history is important, especially now while the jewish people are so misunderstood in media. It really sheds light on the reality of history.
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