OT 9332 - Old Testament Text Wisdom Literature

Institution:

Amridge University

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Description:

This course is a linguistic, exegetical, critical, and literary study of selections from the books of Job, Psalms, Proverbs, and Ecclesiastes. Attention will be given to the function of wisdom in Israelite society, the characteristics of wisdom literature, the theological viewpoints expressed, and the treatment of various themes. Consideration will be given to the relation of Old Testament wisdom literature to extrabiblical literature and to its legacy in intertestamental and New Testament writings. Instruction will be in English with students required to translate portions of the text covered. Prerequisite: FD 9001.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.amridgeuniversity.edu

Phone Number:

(334) 387-7000 ext 7528

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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