| Author |
Kohn, Eugene, 1887- |
| Title |
A Manual for Teaching Biblical History
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 59.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Juliet Sutherland and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"A Manual for Teaching Biblical History" by Eugene Kohn is an educational resource focused on instructing religious educators regarding the teaching of Biblical history from a Jewish perspective, likely written in the early 20th century. The manual addresses the unique challenge of imparting a Jewish framework for understanding scripture and aims to equip teachers with both factual information and pedagogical strategies suitable for their students. It emphasizes fostering a deep connection between the learners and the Jewish traditions and ideals encapsulated within the Biblical texts. The opening of the manual presents an introductory note highlighting the limited nature of existing Jewish pedagogical literature and the need for resources that specifically align with traditional Jewish teachings. It stresses the crucial role of the teacher in presenting Biblical narratives not only as historical accounts but also as moral and spiritual lessons that resonate with the students’ identities as members of the Jewish faith. Kohn's work intends to inspire educators to cultivate a rich understanding of the Biblical text, ensuring that students grasp not merely the stories themselves but also their deeper meanings and significance within the Jewish tradition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
BM: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Judaism
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| Subject |
Jewish religious education of children -- United States
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
44754 |
| Release Date |
Jan 26, 2014 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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