Rimon: Master Classes in Judaic Studies (a project of the Center for Judaic Studies at the University of Denver)
Featuring a public lecture with special visiting scholar: Professor Claire Katz
Monday, February 5, 2007 at 7 p.m.
Lindsay Auditorium, Sturm Hall 2nd Floor
University of Denver, 2000 E. Asbury Ave.
"Educating the Solitary Man: Levinas, Rousseau, and the Return to Jewish Wisdom"
Description of talk:What is the goal of education, and what if any, relationship does education have to the political community? This paper examines Emile, Rousseau's influential treatise on education, and the Jewish writings of Emmanuel Levinas, in order to explore the relationship that primary education has to the development of the political community and the ethical responsibility of all its citizens.
All events are free and open to the public; however, RSVPs are required, as space is limited. Please call 303.871.3660 or email palarsen@du.edu by February 1, 2007.
http://www.du.edu/cjs/suggested_readings_and_guiding_questions.html
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