COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Biblical Studies
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360 Pentateuch (3) Mosaic authorship, historical and cul tural backdrop, themes, theological issues, literary structure and content. Prerequisites: IO I, II 0, 120, 121. 371 Early History of Israel (3) Conquest through the establishment of David's kingdom, focusing on histori cal , cultural and theological issues that aid in interpreting events and texts. Prerequisites: 101 , I IO, 120, 121. 372 Later History of Israel (3) Kings and prophets from Solomon through the return from exile, empha- sizing historical, cultural and theological issues that aid in interpreting events and texts. Prerequisites: IOI , 110, 120, 121. 380 Wisdom and Poetic Literature (3) Authorship, date of writing, historical and cultural backdrop, themes, theo- logical issues, literary structure and content ofJob through Song of Songs. Prerequisites: IOI , I IO, 120, 121. 391 Major Prophets (3) Authorship, date of writing, historical and cultural backdrop, themes, theo logical issues, literary strucrure and con tent. Prerequisites: IOI, 110, 120, 121. 392 Minor Prophets (3) Authorship, date of writing, historical and cultural backdrop, themes, theo logical issues, literary strucrure and con tent. Prerequisites: IOI , 110, 120, 121. Advanced Study Electives (Descriptions often provide general framework for focused electives. Specific titles for 430, 440 and 450 appear in the semester schedule prefixed by "Adv St";
Electives 220 Guided Study (1-3)
150, plus either BBST 320 or CEED 383, three units of BBST or CEED elective, and three units of BBST or CEED inde pendent study and/ or practicum. A course of study leading to an M.A. is available through Biola 's graduate school , Talbot School of Theology. Please see graduate section for details. COURSES Core Curriculum 101 Foundations of Christian Thought (3) General and special revelation , the nature of biblical literature, along with principles for its interpretation and integration into other fi elds of academic learning. Development of a Christian worldview for personal and professional living is emphasized. Should be completed first year. 110 New Testament History and Literature (3) An overview focusing on persons, events, literary structure and themes, with a discussion of theological issues
A DIVISION OF TALBOT SCHOOL OF THEOLOGY Dean: Dennis H. Dirks, Ph.D. Dean of the Faculty: Michael Wilkins, Ph.D. Chair: Walter B. Russell, Ph .D. FACULTY Professors: Curtis, Kurtaneck, Pierce Associate Professors: Flory, H_utchison , Rae, Russell Assistant Professor: Balius Instructor: Stratton OBJECTIVES Astrong emphasis in Biblical Srud ies has always been at the core of Biola's curriculum. It is intended that all sru dents regardless of major will graduate with a working knowledge of the Scrip tures and a Christian worldview, inte grated with academic learning as well as personal and professional living. GENERAL BIBLE REQUIREMENTS All students must complete 30 units ofBiblical Studies including 101, ll0, 120, 121 , 200, 251 , 304, 465 and two bible electives. Majors other than Biblical Studies or Christian Educa tion may count a maximum of 30
For those needing units to complete th eir Bible requirement. Reading with written reports on biblical and/ or theological subjects. Prereq uisite: consent of undergraduate Bibli cal studies chair. 311 Biblical Backgrounds (3) Contributions of archeology, geogra phy, culture, and history to biblical interpretation. May include abroad study in lands of the biblical world . Prerequisites: 101 , l!0, 120, 121. 312 Principles of Interpretation (3) Methods and principles for interpret ing Scripture throughout church his tory and the present era. Theory is applied to texts with an emphasis on the grammatical-historical method. Prerequisites: IOI, 110, 120, 121. 320 Inductive Bible Study (3) Inductive method applied to selected biblical texts. Specific focus indicated in semester schedule. Prerequisites: IOI , 110, 120, 121. 330 Jesus' Life and Ministry (3) Chronological study of the gospels, similarities and differences between the writers, as well as the historical, cultural and theological factors aiding in interpreting events and teachings. Prerequisites: IOI , I10, 120, 121. 340 Guided Study (1-3) In-depth study of a specific book or books of the Bible including written report on the relevance of the book to the student 's life. Course offered to fulfill BOLD program requirement. Prerequisite: consent of the Biblical Studies dept. 341 Paul ine Literature (3) Authorship, occasion of writing, themes, theological issues, literary structure and content of Paul's writ ings. May focus on a smaller unit such as Prison or Pastoral Letters. Prereq
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and application for living. 120 Old Testament History (3)
An overview of Genesis - Esther, empha sizing persons, events, and themes, with a discussion of theological issues and application for living. 121 Old Testament Literature (3) An overview ofJob - Malachi, emphasiz ing literary structure and themes, with a discussion of theological issues and application for living. 150 Old Testament Survey (4) An overview of the Old Testament focusing on book outlines, key themes, persons and events in biblical history, along with personal application. Includes one unit of small group dis cussion. For BOLD students only. 200 Early Christian History-Acts (3) Book of Acts emphasizing missionary philosophy, activity of the earl y church and current application to missions. Prerequisites: IO I, II 0. 251 Christian Thought I (3) Biblical , historical and systematic ratio nale for understanding God 's Person and work, set in the broader context of church history and contemporary Christianity. Prerequisites: IOI , 110. 304 Christian Thought II (3) Biblical, historical and systematic ratio nale for understanding humanity's narure and responsibility before God, set in the broader context of church history and contemporary Christianity. Aservice learning component is incorporated into this class. Prerequisites: IOI, ll0, 251.
units toward graduation. DEGREE PROGRAM
A Bacheurr of Arts in Biblical Studies is offered upon the completion of the university baccalaureate and major requirements. Majors must complete general requirements (excluding the two electives) plus 311 , 312, 411 , 412, 455, three units of 470, nine units of 300-level BBST electives, nine units of 400-level BBST electives, HIST 321 , 12 units of either Greek (BLGR 101 / 102, 201 / 202) or Hebrew (BLHE 101 / 102, 201 / 202 ). In addition to the major requirement, students are encouraged to select a specialization of 9-12 units outside the department to fulfill their non-prescribed electives.
sections of 465, by '1nteg Sem:"). 411 New Testament Theology (3)
Method , practice and history of the discipline. May emphasize selected writers or themes. Prerequisites: IOI , 110, 120,121 , 200,251,304. 412 Old Testament Theology (3) Method, practice and history of the discipline . May emphasize selected writers, themes or eras. Prerequisites: IOI, 110,120,121,200,251,304. 430 Advanced Study: New Testament (3) Independent student research and writing in addition to a seminar style classroom atmosphere for the study of selected texts and/ or topics. May be repeated with different content for a maximum of six units counted toward graduation. Prerequisites: IOI , 110, 120, 121 , 200,251,304.
CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
uisites: IOI , 110, 120,121. 342 Johannine Literature (3)
Jointly sponsored by the Biblical Studies and Christian Education depart ments, this program is designed for those desiring a concentrated year of Biblical Studies and Christian ministry, without a baccalaureate degree. It involves 33 semester units of regular university coursework and meets the standards for organizations requiring one year of Bible training. Specific courses include BBST IOI, 110, 120, 121, 200, 251, 304, CEED
Authorship , occasion of writing , themes, theological issues , literary structure and content.of John 's writ ings. Prerequisites: IOI, 110, 120, 121. 343 General Letters (3) Authorship, occasion of writing , themes, theological issues, literary struc ture and content of non-Pauline letters. Prerequisites: IOI , 110, 120, 121.
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