COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Biblical Languages
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403 Hellenistic Greek (3) Readings from the Jewish, patristic and pagan writers of the Hellenistic period, including the Septuagint, with atten- tion to literary analysis and comparison with relevant biblical authors. Oppor- tunity may be given to use the GRAM- CORD and lbycus computer projects. Prerequisite: 202 or equivalent. 405 Advanced New Testament Textual Criticism (3) A survey of the materials, history and theories of New Testament textual criti cism . Prerequisites: BBST 201 and two yea rs of Greek. 407 Advanced Greek Grammar (3) An advanced study of syntax focus ing on nuances of grammar and style. To facilitate th is study, in addition to the use of advanced grammars, specia l stud ies and articles, extensive use is made of examples drawn from biblical and extra biblical literature. Prerequi- site: 304 and 305. 480 Directed Research (1-3) Individual resea rch and writing for advanced students by special arrange- ment. Study may include concentra- tion in New Testament li te rature, his- tory, textual cr iti cism, spec ialized grammatical or lexical projects, intro- ductory matters, or New Testament theo logy. Prerequisite: 202 and at least six units of upper divis ion Greek and /o r consent. May be repeated with different content. Hebrew 101, 102 Elementary Hebrew Grammar (3 ,3) In troduction to the language of the Hebrew Bible: morphology, syntax, as well as reading and translation of bib- lical texts. 201, 202 Intermediate Hebrew Grammar (3,3) Advanced grammar and syntax with emphasis upon rapid reading as well as the development of exegetica l skills. Prerequisite: 102.
FACULTY Professors: Curtis, Finley, Wilkins Associate Professors: Arnold, Russell Assistant Professors: Hell erman, Rhee Greek The purpose of these courses is to introduce studen ts to the Greek language in order to enhance their personal understanding of the New Testament and to prepare those who desire to pursue graduate biblical studies. The plan is to provide stu- dents with tools which will enable them to utili ze the Greek text in future study, interpretation, and expo- sition of the Word of God . Upon completion of 12 units of Greek, it is intended that the student's proficiency in the Greek language 11~11 enable him/ her to read and translate a Greek text Mth accuracy using a stan- dard lexicon and grammar; to explain the significance of tenses, cases and important grammati cal structures; to exegete a biblical text accurately; and to undertake individual resea rch in biblical and exa-a-biblical Greek. The courses Greek 101 , I02, 20 1, and 202 will fulfill the general education for-
465 Integration Seminar (3) Relates Christian conviction to academic inquiry. May focus on a specific area or include a variety of topics. Often team- taught and cross-li sted between depart- ments. Usuallyinvolves a major research paper/ project and class presentation. May be repeated with different content for a maximum of six un its counted toward graduation. Prerequisites: IOI , I 10, 120, 121,200,251,304. 470 Biblical Studies Research Seminar (3) Methods of research in BibLical Studies. In-depth study of issues culminating in a research paper. Required of Bibl e majors. Prerequisites: IOI, 110, 120, 121,200,251 , 304. 480 Directed Research (1-3) Guided independent reading, research, problem-solving and preparation of a fonnal paper or project done in consul- tation with a selected professor. Maybe repeated with different content for a combined total of six uni ts of 480 and 490 counted toward graduation. Prereq- uisites: IOI, 110, 120, 121 ,200,251 ,304. 490 Practicum (1-3) Supen~sed experience in teaching bibli- cal studies. Includes com;e preparation, observation and evaluation. May be repeated with different content for a combined total of six units of 480 and 490 counted toward graduation. Prereq- uisites: IOI, 110, 120,121,200,251,304.
440 Advanced Study: Old 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. classroom atmosphere for the study of se lected texts and/or top ics from either or both testaments, themati- cally arranged to emph as ize bibl ical, historical and/or systematic theology. May be repeated with different con- tent for a maximum of six units coun ted toward graduation. Prerequi- sites: IOI , 110, 120, 121,200,251,304. 455 Pauline Theology - Romans (3) Study of Paul 's theology and worldview as contai ned in the book of Romans, with special attention given to introduc- tory and historical matters. Prerequi- sites: 101,110, 120,121,200,251,304. 458 Theology of Mission (3) 450 Advanced Study: Christian Thought (3) Independent student research and wri ting in addition to a seminar style .!!!J
Study of God's redemptive acts in Scripture in behalf of mankind , with app lication to the mission of the church today. Prerequisites: IOI, 110, 120,121 , 200,251,304.
eign language requirement. 101, 102 Elementary Greek Grammar (3 ,3)
An introductory study of the basic ele- men ts of New Testament Greek , emphasizing syntax and development of vocabulary. Translation of selected por- tions of the New Testament, Mth exten- sive u·anslation of a selected New Testa- ment book in the second semester. 201, 202 Intermediate Greek Grammar and Exegesis (3,3) A comprehensive survey of New Testa- ment Greek grammar and vocabulary which builds upon the first yea r of study. Introduction to textual criti- cism and exegetica l methodology which 11~11 aid students in interpreting the New Testament. Reading in selected portions of the New Testa- ment. Prerequisite: 102 or equivalent. 304 , 305 Studies in Biblical Greek (1-4, 1-4) Exegesis of biblical Greek texts for advanced students, with attention to translation , grammar, backgrounds, interpretation , and problems of analy- sis. Study may include one or more portions of New Testament literature. Prerequisite: 202 and/ or consent. May be repeated with differenL content.
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