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TTTS 624 - The Epistle to the Romans Credits 3 Harold W. Hoehner, Th.D., Ph.D. An exegetical-theological study of Paul's epistle to the Romans in the Greek text. It involves the treatment of selected historical, grammatical, structural, and lexical data which evaluate the meaning of this important New Testament document. Special emphasis is given to the theological themes and over-all argument of the Epistle. This course assumes a basic skill in Greek exegesis and the ability to make grammatical and textual critical evaluations and to do Greek word studies. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be Talbot School of Theology; Post Masters Level, Doctoral Level or Graduate Level. TTTS 628 - The Epistle to the Hebrews Credits 3 Dennis E. Johnson, Ph.D. A course designed to discover the background, context and content of the Epistle to the Hebrews. Focus on the key interpretive issues and theological contributions found in this rich, christocentric book. Strengthens students' confidence in the superiority of Jesus and the New Covenant and to equip him/her to "encourage one another daily." Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be Talbot School of Theology; Post Masters Level, Doctoral Level or Graduate Level. TTTS 701 - The Pentateuch Credits 2 R. Laird Harris, Ph.D. A critical introduction to the first five books of the Bible. Examination of such subjects as the problems of Genesis 1– 11, higher criticism of the Pentateuch, chronological issues, and the archaeological and cultural background of the Pentateuch. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be Talbot School of Theology; Post Masters Level, Credits 2 Bruce K. Waltke, Th.D., Ph.D. An introduction to the book of Psalms with emphasis on the principles involved in the exegesis of hymnic literature as well as application of these principles to selected portions. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be Talbot School of Theology; Post Masters Level, Doctoral Level or Graduate Level. TTTS 706 - Understanding the Old Testament Credits 3 Doctoral Level or Graduate Level. TTTS 705 - The Book of Psalms Bruce K. Waltke, Th.D., Ph.D. A survey of the history of salvation in the Old Testament especially as it relates to the universal of Old Testament theology, i.e. the rule of God or the establishment of God's kingdom upon the earth. A working knowledge of Hebrew considered to be helpful but not required for this course. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be Talbot School of Theology; Post Masters Level, Credits 4 Bruce K. Waltke, Th.D., Ph.D. An exegetical study of the Book of Proverbs in both its cultural and historical setting and its literary setting with attention to its critical and hermeneutical problems. To get the full benefit out of the course, a knowledge of Hebrew is required for seminary credit. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be Talbot School of Theology; Post Masters Level, Doctoral Level or Graduate Level. Doctoral Level or Graduate Level. TTTS 707 - The Book of Proverbs

TTTS 709 - The Christian and Old Testament Theology Walter C. Kaiser, Jr., Ph.D. A biblical and theological study of the foundational theology applied by the Old Testament for the New

Credits 3

Testament and the Christian Church. This study identifies and inductively derives the center or focal point for the theology of both the Old and New Testaments. It also deals with the amount of continuity and discontinuity between the Old and New Testaments. Included are the topics of saving faith, the people of God, the role of the law of God, the worship of God, the doctrine of atonement, relationship between the law and wisdom theology, kingdom of God, the Messiah, the inclusion of the Gentiles, the theology of the Holy Spirit and the preparation of the new covenant. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be Talbot School of Theology; Post Masters Level, Credits 3 Allen P. Ross. Ph.D. An exegetical study of the theology and literature of Isaiah. Includes a survey of Isaiah and develops skills for exegetical exposition. Key chapters, such as the Promise of Immanuel (7), the Message of Hope (40), and the "Suffering Servant" (53) are examined. Includes a study of how the theology of the Messiah is integral to successful Christian life and ministry. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be Talbot School of Theology; Post Masters Level, Doctoral Level or Graduate Level. TTTS 711 - The Book of Isaiah

Doctoral Level or Graduate Level. TTTS 718 - The Gospel of Luke

Credits 3

Darrell L. Bock, Ph.D. An examination of the Gospel of Luke with concentration on its message and preparation of narrative material for preaching and teaching. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be Talbot School of Theology; Post Masters Level, Doctoral Level or Graduate Level. TTTS 720 - The Sermon on the Mount Credits 2 John R. Stott, M.A., D.D. The course, originally presented at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, is a consecutive exposition of Jesus' Sermon on the Mount in Matthew 5–7. The emphasis is upon the distinctive character that is expected of the Christian and upon the authority of the Lord Jesus Christ. For the student desiring seminary credit, a programmed syllabus requires an expository and ready study with emphasis on the practical and spiritual application of the Sermon on the Mount and upon the theological issues and historical interpretations of that passage. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be Talbot School of Theology; Post Masters Level, Credits 2 Craig L. Blomberg, Ph.D. Methods of interpreting Jesus' parables are surveyed and then an eclectic model drawing on the best insights of each is applied to each of the major narrative parables in the gospels. Conclusions are drawn concerning the theology and significance of this portion of Jesus' teaching. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be Talbot School of Theology; Post Masters Level, Doctoral Level or Graduate Level. Doctoral Level or Graduate Level. TTTS 722 - The Parables of Jesus

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