Master’s degree: Religious sciences and society-History and historiography of the Jewish worlds
Organized in partnership with the EPHE-PSL (master CCS, History and culture of Jews and Judaism: sources and heritage and master SRS, History and historiography of the Jewish worlds) and the INaLCO (master LLCER, Hebrew and Jewish studies), this introductory course in the history of the Jews intended mainly for master’s students, presents over a long period of time, from Antiquity to the present, the cultural, political and social processes which led to the constitution and maintenance of Jewish groups in their diversity and environments while opening up to particular fields of history. It pays particular attention to the main currents which have crossed them and includes a historiographical and methodological approach on several temporal and geographical spaces: Orient, Northern and Eastern Europe, Maghreb and Middle East. Specialists from each geographical space, historical period or school of thought will thus offer summaries on current research questions, including its methodology.
Referents :
Davide Mano (EHESS-CNRS), Judith Olszowy-Schlanger (EPHE), Elisa Carandina (INALCO)
How does the “History of the Jews” course incorporate diverse methodologies and historiographical perspectives to address the complexities and controversies within Jewish history?
## Interview: Unpacking the Tapestry of Jewish History
**Welcome to World Today News, where we unravel the complexities of our interconnected world.**
Today, we delve into the fascinating field of Jewish history with two esteemed guests specializing in this rich and multifaceted subject:
* **Dr. Davide Mano**, Researcher at EHESS-CNRS, whose expertise lies in the history of Jews in the Mediterranean world.
* **Dr. Judith Olszowy-Schlanger**, Researcher at EPHE, focusing on the history of Ashkenazi Jewry in Central and Eastern Europe.
This insightful conversation explores the newly launched “History of the Jews” course, a collaborative initiative between EPHE-PSL and INaLCO, designed for Master’s level students.
**Part 1: Navigating the Landscape of Jewish History**
**Interviewer:** Dr. Mano, Dr. Olszowy-Schlanger, thank you for joining us today. This newly launched course promises a comprehensive journey through Jewish history, spanning from antiquity to the present day.
Could you elaborate on the course’s unique approach to studying such a vast and diverse historical landscape?
**Dr. Mano:**
**Dr. Olszowy-Schlanger:**
**Interviewer:** The course description emphasizes the “cultural, political, and social processes” that shaped Jewish groups. Could you provide specific examples of these processes and how they might manifest differently across geographical regions and historical periods?
**Dr. Mano:**
**Dr. Olszowy-Schlanger:**
**Part 2: Examining Methodological Frameworks**
**Interviewer:** The course heavily emphasizes historiography and methodology. Why is this crucial when studying Jewish history, and what particular challenges or opportunities arise from this approach?
**Dr. Olszowy-Schlanger:**
**Dr. Mano:**
**Interviewer:** This course brings together specialists from various geographical regions and historical periods. How does this interdisciplinary approach enrich the understanding of Jewish history?
**Dr. Mano:**
**Dr. Olszowy-Schlanger:**
**Part 3: Exploring Current Research and Future Directions**
**Interviewer:** What are some of the current research questions driving scholarship in the field of Jewish history?
**Dr. Mano:**
**Dr. Olszowy-Schlanger:**
**Interviewer:** what hopes do you have for this course and its impact on the future generation of scholars who are deeply passionate about understanding Jewish history?
**Dr. Olszowy-Schlanger:**
**Dr. Mano:**
**Thank you, Dr. Mano and Dr. Olszowy-Schlanger, for this insightful discussion. We hope this has shed light on the rich tapestry of Jewish history and inspired viewers to delve deeper into this fascinating subject.
**This has been World Today News, keeping you informed and engaged with the world around us.**
