12463

HUM 135    

 What is Salome?

Bruce Chilton

    F        11:50 am-1:10 pm

CHAPEL CHAPEL

MBV

D+J

HUM

DIFF

(1 credits) The figure of Salome, not the person but an artifact composed from various sources, has been prominent since Oscar Wilde's play, Richard Strauss's opera, and many cinematic representations. The sources drawn upon — principally the New Testament and the historian Josephus, but also Byzantine and Renaissance painting – need to be understood in their own terms, for the modern amalgam to be appreciated. Class meetings will be March 20, 27, April 3, 10, 17, May 1, 8.

Class size: 20

 

12020

HUM 135 SA

 What is Free Masonry?

Susan Aberth

 T            3:10 pm-5:30 pm

RKC 102

MBV

D+J

HUM

DIFF

(1 credits) Perhaps the most well-known “secret society” in the world, Freemasonry is a fraternal organization that stresses moral development and public service (among other things) utilizing architectural symbolism and theatrical rituals. Although membership is confined to those who believe in a supreme Deity, many of its rites involve occult ideas. This class will provide a general history of the organization as it spread globally as well as provide explanations for its various offshoots (Scottish and York Rite, Eastern Star, etc.).  We shall examine the architecture and décor of Masonic Lodges, as well as explore its symbolism via its visual artifacts.  This class will be supplemented by a visit to and tour of the Grand Lodge of New York in Manhattan. Class meetings will be Feb 11, 18. 25. March 3, 10

Class size: 22