COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
■ :11:18(fi9 STUDIES A DIVISION OF TALBOT SCHOOL OF THIOLOGY Dean: Dennis H. Dirks, Ph.D. Dean of the Faculty: Michael Wilkins, Ph.D. Chair: Walter B. Russell , Ph.D. FACULTY Professors: Curtis, Pierce Associate Professors: Cox, Flory, Hutchison, Rae, Russell Assistant Professor: Lewis OBJECTIVES Astrong emphasis in Biblical Stud ies has always been at the core ofBiola's curriculum. It is intended that all stu dents regardless of major will graduate with a working knowledge of the Scrip tures and a Christian worldview, inte grated with ac.ademic learning as well as personal and professional living. GENERAL BIBLE REQUIREMENTS All students must complete 30 units of Biblical Studies including 103, 105, 109, 110, 251, 254, 306, 465 and two bible electives. Majors other than Biblical Studies or Christian Educa tion may count a maximum of 30
to receive credit for the challenge exam. Grades are recorded on a credit or no credit basis only. New Testament History & Literature (3) Old Testament History & Literature (3)
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. 251 Christian Thought I (3) The Biblical doctrines of God, Christ, man, and sin, with reference to the history and development of Christian theology. Prerequisites 103, 105, I10. 254 Christian Thought II (3) The Biblical doctrines of salvation, the Holy Spirit, the church, and last things, with reference to the history and devel opment of Christian theology. Aservice learning component is incorporated into this cl= Prerequisites: 103, 105, 110. 306 Early Christian History -Acts (3) Study of the Book of Acts from a mis sions perspective, dealing with the activ ity of the early church and its current expression in evangelism and missions. Prerequisites: 103, 105, II 0, 25 I, 254 Electives 220 Guided Study (1-3) For those needing units to complete their Bible requirement Reading with written reports on biblical and/ or theo logical subjects. Prerequisite: consent of undergraduate Biblical studies chair. For BOLD students only or by permission. 301 Biblical Studies Research Seminar (3) Research skills for use of the internet, library and reference works in biblical studies and theology. Methods of writ• ing with emphasis on critical thinking, persuasion, and evaluation are covered, culminating in a research paper and oral presentation. Required of Bible majors. For Bible Majors only. Must be taken within the first two years at Biola. 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: 103, 105, 109, 110. 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: 103, 105, 109, I10. 320 Inductive Bible Study (3) Inductive method applied to selected biblical texts. Specific focus indicated
in semester schedule. Prerequisites: 103, 105, 109, I JO. 330 Jesus' LHe 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: 103, 105, 109, 110. 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 fuJfilJ BOLD pro- gram requirement Prerequisite: consent
CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
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 courseoork and meets the standards for organizations requiring one year of Bible training. Specific courses include BBST 103, 105, 109, 110, 251 , 254, 306, GEED 150, plus either BBST 320 or GEED 383, three units of BBST or GEED elective, and three units of BBST or GEED inde pendent study and/ or practicum. A course of study leading to an MA is available through Biola's graduate school, Talbot School of Theology. Please see graduate section for details. COURSES Core Curr/cu/um 103 The Biblical and Spiritual Formation (3) Equipping to interpret and apply the Bible in accurate and dynamic ways for spiritual transformation and char• acter formation. Must be completed during the first year. 105 Foundations of Christian Thought (3) Introduction to theology with special emphasis on our Christian heritage as expressed in the Creeds and Councils of the early church; the doctrine of Scrip ture; introduction to the integration of the various fields of knowledge with the Bible; and the importance and develop ment of a Christian world view. Must be
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of the Biblical Studies dept. 341 Pauline 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•
uisites: 103, 105, 109, 110. 342 Johannlne Literature (3)
Authorship , occasion of writing , themes, theological issues, literary structure and content of John 's writ• ings. Prerequisites: 103, 105, 109, I 10. 343 General Letters (3) Authorship , occasion of writing, themes, theological issues, literary struc• ture and content of non-Pauline letters. Prerequisites: 103, 105, 109, 110. 360 Pentateuch (3) Mosaic authorship, historical and cul tural backdrop, themes, theological issues, literary structure and content. Prerequisites: 103, 105, 109, I10. 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: 103, 105, 109, 110. 372 Later History ol 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: 103, 105, 109, 110. 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: 103, 105, 109, I JO. 391 Major Prophets (3) Authorship, date of writing, historical and cultural backdrop, themes, theo-
units toward graduation. DEGREE PROGRAM
A Bachelor of Am in Biblical Studies is offered upon the completion of the uni versity baccalaureate and major require ments. Majors must complete general requirements (excluding the two elec tives) plus 311, 312, 411, 412, 455, 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 ful fill their nolliJrescribed electives. BIBLICAL STUDIES CHALLENGE EXAM Challenge exams are designed for those who have a working knowledge of the course content as a result of attending a Christian high school, for example, but were not able to transfer that work to Biola. Informal, personal study normally will not prepare one adequately to pass these exams. Exams are given in two parts, writ· ten and oral. Successful performance must be attained on the written and oral portions in order for the student
completed during the first year. 109 Old Testament History and Literature (3)
An overview of the Old Testament with emphases on the purpose of the writers; history and culture; literary genre, structure, and themes; persons and events, together with practical
application for Christian living. 110 New Testament History and Literature (3)
An overview of the New Testament with emphasis on the purpose of the writers; historical and cultural background; lit• erary genre, structure, and themes; per• sons involved; together with practical application to Christian living.
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