BIBL 501 - Old Testament Study I

Institution:

Eastern University

Subject:

Biblical Studies

Description:

This course aims at introducing students to the history and content of the Old Testament in general. The main focus however will be given to an examination of the Pentateuch (Genesis through Deuteronomy) and Historical Books (Joshua through Esther). Issues such as Ancient Near Eastern context, structure, composition and history of scholarship of the Pentateuch and Historical books will be discussed alongside themes of Creation, Fall, Flood, Emergence of Israel, the Law, the Cultic System, the Monarchy, the Exile and the Post-Exilic Periods.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.eastern.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 341-5800

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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