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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
Students with a good foundation in Old Testament studies may independently pursue the study of a special problem or area of interest in the Old Testament. Under the approval and guidance of an instructor, the project shall lead to the production of a fully-documented research paper.
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3.00 Credits
This course is a study of the biblical poetry of the Hebrew Bible, or the Old Testament. It attempts to analyze the various poetic techniques extant in the poetry of the Old Testament, as well as the structure of poetic verse, and the purpose of figurative language, attempting to comprehend how these things contribute to an understanding of the Old Testament text. Examples of all types of biblical poetry of the Old Testament will be studied, e.g., prophetic poetry, the Psalter, wisdom literature, etc. As this course explores representatives of the various genres of poetry in the Old Testament, it surveys the various interpretative methods developed by scholars for the purpose of determining their degree of validity.
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3.00 Credits
This course is a linguistic, exegetical, critical, and literary study of selected passages in the Torah. Attention will be given to historical and cultural background, literary characteristics, theories of composition, and major theological themes. Instruction will be in English with students required to translate portions of the text covered. Prerequisite: FD 9001.
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3.00 Credits
This course is a linguistic, exegetical, critical, and literary study of the accounts of the Israelite conquest and settlement of Canaan. Attention will be given to archaeological evidence, critical methodologies, sociological theory, and theological influence in the interpretation of this literature. Instruction will be in English with students required to translate portions of the text covered. Prerequisite: FD 9001.
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3.00 Credits
This course is a linguistic, exegetical, critical, and literary study of the narratives of the rise of the Israelite monarchy and the reign of David. Attention will be given to issues such as the historicity of David and the character of Israelite historiography and to themes such as the early Israelite cultus, the rise of prophecy, and the Davidic kingship. Instruction will be in English with students required to translate portions of the text covered. Prerequisite: FD 9001.
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3.00 Credits
This course is a linguistic, exegetical, critical, and literary study of the history of Israel from the age of Solomon through the period of the divided kingdom. Attention will be given to the religious conflict between Yahwism and paganism, the roles of Israel and Judah in international politics, and the relation of this history to the messages of the writing prophets. Instruction will be in English with students required to translate portions of the text covered. Prerequisite: FD 9001.
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3.00 Credits
This course is an independent study of a special area of interest in Old Testament studies, not listed in the catalog. The study is conducted under the guidance of an instructor. A fully-documented research paper is required. Permission of the committee is required. Prerequisite: FD 9001.
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3.00 Credits
This course is a linguistic, exegetical, critical, and literary study of the main historical sources relating to the return of Jews from the Babylonian exile. Attention will be given to the historical, political, economic, and religious conditions that Jewish officials and religious leaders faced while they restructured and strengthened Judah as a client state of Persia, rebuilt the temple and reestablished the cultus, and instructed the people in the Torah. Instruction will be in English with students required to translate portions of the text covered. Prerequisite: FD 9001.
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3.00 Credits
This course is a linguistic, exegetical, critical, and literary study of the Psalter. Attention will be given to the features of Hebrew poetry, uses of imagery, function of various genres, devotional and didactic characteristics, and theological themes. Instruction will be in English with students required to translate portions of the text covered. Prerequisite: FD 9001.
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3.00 Credits
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.
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