COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Biblical Studies
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Electives 220 Guided Study (1-3)
360 Pentateuch (3) Mosaic authorsh ip, historical and cul- tural backdrop, themes, theological issues, literary structure and content. Prerequisites: IOI , 110, 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 tex ts. Prerequisites: IOI , 110, 120, 121. 372 Later History of Israel (3) Kings and prophets fr om So lomon through the return from exile, empha- sizing historical , cultural and tl1eological issues that aid in interpreting events and texts. Prerequisites: IOI , 110, 120, 121. 380 Wisdom and Poetic Literature (3) Authorship, date of writing, hi stori cal and cultural backdrop, themes, theo- logical issues , literary structu re and content ofJob through Song of Songs. Prereq uisites: IO I, 11 0, 120, 12 I. 391 Major Prophets (3) Authorship , date of writing, historical and cultural backdrop, themes, theo- logical issues, literary structure and con- tent. Prerequisites: IOI, 110, 120, 121. 392 Minor Prophets (3) Au thorship , date of writing, historical and cultural backdrop, themes, th eo- logical issues, literary structure and con- tent. Prerequisites: IOI, 11 0, 120, 121. Advanced Study Electives (Descriptions often provide general framework for focused electives. Specific titles for 420, 430, 440 and 450 appear in the semester schedule prefixed by "Adv St: "; sections of 465, by"lntegSem:") . 411 New Testament Theology (3) Method , practice and history of th e discipline. May emphasize se lected writers or themes. Prerequisites: IO I, 11 0, 120, 121,200, 251,252. 412 Old Testament Theology (3) Method, practice and history of the di scipline. May emphasize se lected writers, themes or eras. Prerequisites: IOI , 110, 120, 121,200,25 1,252. 430 Advanced Study: New Testament (3) Independent student research and writing in addition to a seminar style classroom atmosphere for the studyof selected texts and/ or topics. May be repeated with different content for a maximum of six uni ts counted toward graduation. Prerequisites: IOI , 11 0, 120, 121,200, 251 , 252.
150, plus either BBST 320 or CEED383, three units of BBST or CEED elective, and three units of BBST or CEED inde- pendent study and/ or prac ticum . A course of study leading to an M.A. is avai labl e through Bi ola's graduate school , Talbot School of Theo logy. Please see graduate section for details. COURSES Core Curriculum 101 Foundations of Christian Thought (3) General and special reve lat ion, the nature of bibli ca l literature , along with pri nciples fo r its interpretation and integration in to other fie lds of academi c learning. Development of a Christian worldview for personal and professional li vin g is emphasi zed. Should be completed first year. 110 New Testament History and Literature (3) An overv iew focusing on perso ns, 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. FACULTY Professors: Curtis, Kurtaneck, Moreland, Pierce Associate Professors: Flory, Hutchison, Rae , Russell Instructor: Stratton OBJECTIVES Astrong emphasis in Biblical Stud- ies has always been at the core ofBiola's cuniculum. 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 academic learning as well as personal and professional living. GENERAL BIBLE REQUIREMENTS All students must comp lete 30 units of Biblical Studies including IO I, 110, 120, 121 , 200, 251 , 252, 465 and two bible electives. Majors other than Biblical Studies or Chri stian Educa- tion may count a max imum of 30
For those needing units to complete their Bible requirement. Readi ng with wr itten reports on bibli cal and/ or theological subjects. Prereq- uisite: consent of undergraduate Bibli- cal studies chair. 311 Biblical Backgrounds (3) Contribu tions of archeology, geogra- phy, cu lture, and history to biblical interpre tation. May include abroad- study in lands of the biblical wor ld. Prerequisites: IOI , 110, 120, 121. 312 Principles of Interpretation (3) Methods and principles for interpret- ing Scripture throughout church hi s- tory and the present era . Theory is applied to texts with an emphasis on the grammat ical -hi storical method. Prerequisites: IOI , 11 0, 120, 121. 320 Inductive Bible Study (3) Inductive method applied to selected biblical texts. Specific focus indicated in semester schedul e. Prerequisites: IOI , 110, 120, 121. 330 Jesus' Lile and Ministry (3) Chronological study of the gospels, similar iti es and differences between the writers, as well as the historical , cultural and theological factors aiding in in terpreting events and teachings. Prerequisites: IOI, 110, 120, 121. 340 Guided Study (1-3) In-depth study of a specifi c book or books of the Bible including wriuen report on the relevance of the book to the student 's life. Cou rse offered to fulfill BOLD program requirement. Prerequisite: consent of the Bibli cal Studies dept. 341 Pauline Literature (3) Authorship, occas ion of writ ing, th emes, theological issues, literary struc ture and content of Paul' s writ- ings. May focus on a smaller unit such as Pri son 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 di scussion of theological issues and appl ication for living. 121 Old Testament Literature (3) An overview ofJob - Malachi, empha- sizing literary structure and themes, wi th a discussion of theological issues and application for living. 150 Old Testament Survey (4) An overview of the Old Testamen t focusing on book outlines, keythemes, persons and events in biblical history, along wit h persona l appli cat ion. Includes one unit of small group dis- cussion. For BOLD students on ly. 200 Early Christian History - Acts (3) Book of Acts emphasizing missionary philosoph y, ac ti vity of th e ear ly church and current appli ca ti on to missions. Prerequisites: IOI , I IO. 251 Christian Thought I (3) Biblical , historical and systema tic ra ti o- nale for understanding God's Person and work, se t in the broader con text of church hi story and contemporary Christianity. Prerequisites: I01 , II0. 252 Christian Thought II (3) Biblical, historical and systematic ratio- nale for unders tanding humanity's nature and responsibili ty before God, set in the broader context of church history and contemporary Christiani ty. Aservice learning component is incorporated into thisclass. Prerequisites: IOI , I10,251.
units toward graduation . DEGREE PROGRAM
A Bachelor 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, 20 1/ 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.
CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
uisites: IOI , 110, 120, 121. 342 Johannine Literature (3)
Jointly sponsored by the Bibli cal 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 unive rsity coursework and meets· the standards for organizations requiring one year ofBible training. Specific courses include BBST IOI, 110, 120,121,200,251, 252, CEED
Authorship, occasion of writing , th emes, 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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