Concentration-specific Requirements (33-35 units):
Elements of Hebrew I Elements of Hebrew II
Units: 3
TTOT 603
Units: 3
TTOT 604
Beginning Greek I Beginning Greek II
Units: 2
TTNT 501
Units: 2
TTNT 502
Theology Concentration
Introduction to Exegesis Elements of Hebrew I Elements of Hebrew II
Units: 3
TTNT 503
267
Units: 3
TTOT 603
Theology Concentration Learning Outcomes As a result of this program, the student will:
Units: 3
TTOT 604
Exegesis in Genesis & Selected Passages
Units: 3
TTOT 705
The Old Testament in its Near Eastern Context
TTOT 717
1. Be able to research the New Testament using the exegetical tools associated with the Greek language; or be able to research either the Old Testament or the New Testament using exegetical commentaries and certain tools designed for those with limited knowledge of Greek and Hebrew. 2. Be able to dialog with cult members confidently and effectively, applying the knowledge of biblical doctrine to refute cultic errors and to utilize practical techniques of dialog with the intent to reach the cultist for Christ. 3. Be able to analyze and respond to various contemporary trends from Scripture and theology. Partly informing this analysis and response would be also an understanding of the history of modern theological trends. Standard Rate of Progress The standard rate of progress through the program (11-12 units per semester) will allow the program to be completed in 3 years. For an example of a 3.5 year curriculum chart for the Master of Arts in Theology Concentration, visit: biola. edu/registrar/services/index.cfm
Units: 2 - 3
TTOT 717 should be taken for a minimum of 2 units.
Old Testament Electives (11 units):
Select 4 units of exegesis and 7 units open
General Electives (4-6 units)
New Testament Concentration
New Testament Concentration Learning Outcomes As a result of this program, the student will:
1. Have a developing appreciation of the New Testament through application of skills in the areas of Greek language, exegesis, the historical-cultural setting of the New Testament, and biblical theology. 2. Have a developing appreciation for the value of studying New Testament Greek for a better understanding of God’s written word. It is expected that the graduate will use an exegetical methodology for the New Testament on a regular basis throughout his or her lifetime.
Greek Option (35 units): TTHT 726 Cults of America
Units: 3
Beginning Greek I Beginning Greek II
Units: 2
TTNT 501
Units: 2
TTNT 502
Personal study and teaching of the New Testament will also be within the framework of:
Introduction to Exegesis
Units: 3
TTNT 503
Apologetics
Units: 3
TTPH 602
Contemporary Theology
Units: 2 - 3
TTTH 709
• Accurate interpretation of the New Testament in its various genres, especially the Gospels and the Epistles.
TTTH 709 should be taken for a minimum of 2 units.
Select Electives from Theology Electives (7 units):
• The life and ministry of Jesus, the apostles, and the early church within the context of the culture of first-century Judaism and the Greco-Roman world. 3. Be able to articulate key critical issues about the New Testament and give perspective on a reasonable and informed solution.
Select from TTTH, TTHT and TTPM courses.
Theology & Related Electives (6 units):
Select from TTBE, TTNT, TTOT, TTPH, TTPM, TTTH, and TTHT courses.
Concentration-specific Requirements (33-35):
General Electives (7 units)
New Testament Electives: 8 units General Electives: 4-6 units TTNT 501 Beginning Greek I
Non-Greek Option (35 units): TTBE 530 Elementary Principles of the Biblical Languages
Units: 2
Beginning Greek II
Units: 2
TTNT 502
Units: 3
Introduction to Exegesis Exegesis in the Gospels
Units: 3
TTNT 503
Cults of America
Units: 3
TTHT 726
Units: 3
TTNT 604
Apologetics
Units: 3
TTPH 602
Exegesis in the Epistles & Acts The World of the New Testament
Units: 3
TTNT 605
Contemporary Theology
Units: 2 - 3
TTTH 709
Units: 2 - 3
TTNT 701
TTTH 709 should be taken for a minimum of 2 units.
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