Hellenistic Greek...................................................................... 3 Readings from the Jewish, patristic and pagan writers of the Hellenistic period, including the Septuagint, with attention to literary analysis and comparison with relevant biblical authors. Opportunity may be given to use the GRAMCORD and Ibycus computer projects. Prerequisite: 202 or equivalent. Advanced New Testament Textual Criticism.................. 3 A survey of the materials, history and theories of New Testa- ment textual criticism. Prerequisites: 201And two years of Greek. Advanced Greek Grammar................................................... 3 An advanced study of syntax focusing on nuances of gram- mar and style. To facilitate this study, in addition to the use of advanced grammar, special studies and articles, extensive use is made of examples drawn from biblical and extra biblical literature. Prerequisites: 304 and 305. Directed Research. ............................................................... 1-3 Individual research and writing for advanced students by special arrangement. Study may include concentration in New Testament literature, history, textual criticism, specialized grammatical or lexical projects, introductory matters, or New Testament theology. Prerequisites: 202And at least six units of upper division Greek and/or consent. May be repeated with different content. Elementary Hebrew Grammar............................................ 3 Elementary Hebrew Grammar............................................ 3 Introduction to the language of the Hebrew Bible: morphol- ogy, syntax, as well as reading and translation of biblical texts. Intermediate Hebrew Grammar......................................... 3 Intermediate Hebrew Grammar......................................... 3 Advanced grammar and syntax with emphasis upon rapid reading as well as the development of exegetical skills. Prerequisite: 102.
BLGR 403
Biblical Languages
A Division of Talbot School of Theology
Faculty Professors: ................................Arnold, Curtis, Finley, Hellerman, ......................................................................................... Rigsby, Wilkins Associate Professors: ............. Berding, Hubbard, Lunde, Rhee Assistant Professors: ............................................... Geringer, Klink Mission & Learning Outcomes The purpose of these courses is to provide students with tools which will enable them to use the Greek and/or Hebrew languag- es in the study, interpretation and exposition of the Word of God and to prepare students for future graduate studies. Upon completion of 12 units of Greek or Hebrew, it is intended that the student will be able to read and translate the original text with accuracy using a standard lexicon and grammar, explain basic grammatical and syntactical features of the text, exegete a biblical text accurately and undertake individual research in biblical and related background material. Two years of Greek (BLGR101, 102, 201And 202) or two years of Hebrew (BLHE101, 102, 201And 202) will fulfill the general education foreign lan- guage requirement.
BLGR 405
BLGR 407
BLGR 480
Courses Greek (BLGR) BLGR 101
Hebrew (BLHE) BLHE 101
Elementary Greek Grammar I.............................................. 3 Elementary Greek Grammar II............................................. 3 An introductory study of the basic elements of New Testament Greek, emphasizing syntax and development of vocabulary. Translation of selected portions of the New Testa- ment, with extensive translation of a selected New Testament book in the second semester. Intermediate Greek Grammar & Exegesis....................... 3 Intermediate Greek Grammar & Exegesis....................... 3 A comprehensive survey of New Testament Greek grammar and vocabulary which builds upon the first year of study. Introduction to textual criticism and exegetical methodology which will aid students in interpreting the New Testament. Reading in selected portions of the New Testament. Prerequi- site: 102 or equivalent. Studies in Biblical Greek..................................................... 1-4 Studies in Biblical Greek..................................................... 1-4 Exegesis of biblical Greek texts for advanced students, with attention to translation, grammar, backgrounds, interpreta- tion, and problems of analysis. Study may include one or more portions of New Testament literature. Prerequisite: 202And/or consent. May be repeated with different content.
BLGR 102
BLHE 102
BLHE 201
BLHE 202
BLGR 201
BLGR 202
BLGR 304
BLGR 305
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