Challenging times produce challenging texts. This unit offers a thematic introduction to the book of Ezekiel, a prophetic book of the Babylonian Exile (597/587-539 BCE) that explores existential questions such as the meaning of exile, the perceived presence (or absence) of God and the emerging of hope from within the crisis. Special attention will be given to the book’s historical and socio-religious setting and to the experience of trauma pervading both author and historical audience. The approach of reading Ezekiel as trauma literature can shed light on some of the most challenging texts in this book. It also can help build bridges from these ancient texts into our own contemporary world.
Unit details
| College | Yarra Theological Union |
| Lecturer | Dr Janina Hiebel |
| Level | Level 2 Undergraduate
Level 3 Undergraduate Level 9 Postgraduate |
| Study modes and times | Face to Face or Online Synchronous
Wednesday 6pm – 9pm |
| Unit codes | BA2021Y
BA3021Y BA9021Y |
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