The Role of Religion in the Ancient Near East
( 25 Modules )

Module #1
Introduction to the Ancient Near East
Overview of the geographical and chronological scope of the course, and the significance of religion in the ancient Near East.

Module #2
The Emergence of City-States and Early Religions
Exploration of the rise of city-states in Mesopotamia and the development of early religious systems.

Module #3
Sumerian Religion and Culture
In-depth examination of Sumerian mythology, gods, and religious practices.

Module #4
The Akkadian Empire and the Rise of Babylon
Discussion of the Akkadian Empires impact on religious and cultural developments in Mesopotamia.

Module #5
The Babylonian Pantheon and Rituals
Analysis of the Babylonian pantheon, temple rituals, and the role of the temple in Babylonian society.

Module #6
Assyrian Religion and Imperialism
Exploration of the Assyrian Empires religious practices, including the worship of Ashur and the role of the king.

Module #7
The Hittite Empire and the Concept of Treaty and Covenant
Examination of the Hittite Empires unique religious practices, including the concept of treaty and covenant.

Module #8
The Egyptian Pantheon and the Role of the Pharaoh
Introduction to the complex pantheon of ancient Egypt, and the role of the pharaoh as a divine ruler.

Module #9
Egyptian Rituals and Funerary Practices
Analysis of Egyptian rituals, including mortuary ceremonies and the Book of the Dead.

Module #10
The Levant and the Development of Israelite Religion
Exploration of the cultural and religious developments in the Levant, including the emergence of Israelite religion.

Module #11
The Israelite Pantheon and the Concept of Monotheism
In-depth examination of the Israelite pantheon and the development of monotheism.

Module #12
The Role of the Temple in Israelite Religion
Analysis of the significance of the Temple in Jerusalem and its role in Israelite worship and rituals.

Module #13
The Prophetic Tradition in Israelite Religion
Examination of the role of prophets in Israelite religion, including their criticism of religious practices and social injustices.

Module #14
Zoroastrianism and the Achaemenid Empire
Introduction to Zoroastrianism and its impact on the Achaemenid Empires religious policies and practices.

Module #15
The Persian Pantheon and Rituals
Analysis of the Persian pantheon, including the worship of Ahura Mazda and the role of fire in Zoroastrian rituals.

Module #16
Religion and Empire in the Ancient Near East
Comparison of the ways in which different empires in the ancient Near East used religion to legitimize their power and authority.

Module #17
The Interaction of Religions in the Ancient Near East
Examination of the cultural and religious exchange between different civilizations in the ancient Near East.

Module #18
The Legacy of Ancient Near Eastern Religions
Analysis of the impact of ancient Near Eastern religions on Western religious traditions and culture.

Module #19
The Role of Women in Ancient Near Eastern Religions
Exploration of the roles and representations of women in ancient Near Eastern religious practices and mythologies.

Module #20
The Concept of Kingship in Ancient Near Eastern Religions
Analysis of the concept of kingship and its relationship to the divine in ancient Near Eastern religions.

Module #21
The Relationship Between Magic and Religion in the Ancient Near East
Examination of the ways in which magic and religion intersected and influenced each other in ancient Near Eastern cultures.

Module #22
The Significance of Sacred Space in Ancient Near Eastern Religions
Analysis of the role of sacred space, including temples and ritual landscapes, in ancient Near Eastern religious practices.

Module #23
The Use of Mythology in Ancient Near Eastern Religions
Exploration of the functions and meanings of mythology in ancient Near Eastern religions.

Module #24
The Role of Ritual and Sacrifice in Ancient Near Eastern Religions
In-depth examination of the significance of ritual and sacrifice in ancient Near Eastern religious practices.

Module #25
Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion
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The Role of Religion in the Ancient Near East ( 25 Modules )

The Role of Religion in the Ancient Near East
( 25 Modules )