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Old Testament and Semitics
TTOT 607 - Hebrew Exegesis I – Torah Credits 3 Course content includes readings and exegesis from the Hebrew text of the Torah (Pentateuch) with discussion of text criticism, background issues (historical and compositional), and exegetical methodology. Special attention is given to the Torah as the legal constitution of the Nation of Israel and its implications as the foundation for Jewish life. Study will include Jewish commentaries from ancient and modern sources. Note(s): Offered only at the New York extension site. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must not be School of Arts & Sciences, School of Professional Studies; must be Post Masters Level, Doctoral Level or Graduate Level. TTOT 608 - Hebrew Exegesis II – Neviim Credits 3 Emphasis is placed upon the Hebrew language in the Prophets and the Writings, with special attention given to key prophetic and Messianic texts that identify the Messiah and His mission to Israel. Additional discussion will focus on the use of these texts in the New Testament. The character, extent, and personalities of the Hebrew prophetic scriptures will be studied along with principles for their interpretation. Note(s): Offered only at the New York extension site. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must not be School of Arts & Sciences, School of Professional Studies; must be Post Masters Level, Doctoral Level or Graduate Level. TTOT 609 - Hebrew Exegesis III - Ketuvim Credits 2 Emphasis is placed upon the Hebrew language in the Writings, or Hagiographa of the Old Testament Hebrew Scriptures. Special attention will be given to the characteristics and interpretation of Hebrew poetry and proverbs, along with the application of the wisdom literature of the Bible. Particular emphasis will also be given to texts that relate to the Messiah of Israel and His mission to Israel. Additional discussion will focus on the use of these texts in the New Testament. The character, extent, and authorship of this division of the Hebrew Scriptures will be studied along with principles for their interpretation. Note(s): Offered only at the New York extension site. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be Graduate Level, Post Masters Level or Doctoral Level. TTOT 613 - Rabbinic Literature–Readings in Mishnah and Talmud Credits 3 Using the original Mishnaic Hebrew text, some Aramaic texts of the Talmud, and English translations of both, students will be introduced to this core literature, which shaped the thought and life of the Jewish community. The overall content of the sixty-three tractates of the Mishnah will be taught as well as the interrelatedness with the text of the New Testament. Attention will also be given to selected portions of Tosefta and Midrash. This course will assist students in acquiring knowledge of Jewish culture and history from the 3rd Century to the present through the study of the argumentation of the Talmud and the contemporary approaches to Talmudic literature. Note(s): Offered only at the New York extension site. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must not be School of Arts & Sciences, School of Professional Studies; must be Post Masters Level, Doctoral Level or Graduate Level.
TTOT 704 - Old Testament Prophecy Credits 2-3 The character, extent and personalities of Old Testament prophecy, with a treatment of principles of prophetic interpretation. Note(s): Electives are offered by rotation and on request. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must not be School of Arts & Sciences, School of Professional Studies; must be Post Masters Level, Doctoral Level or Graduate Level. TTOT 705 - Exegesis in Genesis and Selected Passages Credits 3 Readings and exegesis from the Hebrew text of Genesis and selected passages with discussion of text criticism, background issues (historical and compositional) and exegetical methodology. Special attention given to the strengths and weaknesses of contemporary methodologies for the interpretation of the biblical text. Note(s): Required of M.Div. and M.A. (Old Testament) students. Grade Mode: A. Prerequisites: TTOT 604, TTSS 510 (concurrent registration permitted). Restrictions: Must not be School of Arts & Sciences, School of Professional Studies; must be Post Masters Level, Doctoral Level or Graduate Level. TTOT 706 - Advanced Hebrew Grammar Credits 2-3 A study of the details of Hebrew grammar and syntax along with readings in the Hebrew text. Note(s): Electives are offered by rotation and on request. Grade Mode: A. Prerequisites: TTOT 705. Restrictions: Must not be School of Arts & Sciences, School of Professional Studies; must be Post Masters Level, Doctoral Level or Graduate Level. TTOT 707 - Old Testament Poetry Credits 2-3 The nature, scope and principles of Hebrew poetry in the Old Testament. Comparisons with the poetry of the ancient Near East. Note(s): Electives are offered by rotation and on request. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must not be School of Arts & Sciences, School of Professional Studies; must be Post Masters Level, Doctoral Level or Graduate Level. TTOT 709 - Reading of Selected Psalms from the Hebrew Text Credits 2-3 Particular emphasis upon the devotional and practical values. Note(s): May be taken multiple times with different content. Electives are offered by rotation and on request. Grade Mode: A. Prerequisites: TTOT 604. Restrictions: Must not be School of Arts & Sciences, School of Professional Studies; must be Post Masters Level, Doctoral Level or Graduate Level. TTOT 715 - Studies in the History and Culture of Israel Credits 2-3 Historical and cultural examination of a period in Israel's history (Exodus and Conquest, Judges, United Monarchy, Divided Monarchy, Judah to the Fall of Jerusalem, Post-Exilic), using available biblical and extra-biblical materials. Note(s): May be taken multiple times with different content. Electives are offered by rotation and on request. Grade Mode: A. Prerequisites: TTBE 519. Restrictions: Must not be School of Arts & Sciences, School of Professional Studies; must be Post Masters Level, Doctoral Level or Graduate Level.
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