37 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Biblical Studies
102 Later Hebrew History (3) A continuation of Israel's history from the divided kingdom through the post-exilic period, including matters of authorship, dat ing and historical-theological setting of the later historical books, poetic and wisdom lit erature and the prophetic books. ELECTIVE COURSES 300 Advanced Studies in Old Testament History and Theology (3) Religious, cultural, political and theologi cal investigations of Israelite history in key portions of the Old Testament. 310 Studies in Biblical Backgrounds (3) The contributions of archaeology, histor ical geography, manners and customs in light of specific Biblical texts. 430 Advanced Studies in Old Testament Poetic and Wisdom Literature (3) Various types of poetic and wisdom liter atures emphasizing poetic devices and prin ciples of interpretation. 440 Advanced Studies in Old Testament Prophecy (3) Selections from the major or minor prophets in light of literary, historical and theological considerations. 450 Old Testament Theology (3) Introduction to the history of the discipline. A consideration of the basic themes developed in the Old Testament from the standpoint of biblical theology. An in-depth study of a limit ed group ofwriters, themes, or a selection of literature from a particular period of Israel's history may form a portion of the course. NEWTESTAMENT STUDIES REQUIRED COURSES 201 New Testament Literature I (3) Literature of the four gospels; use of nar rative, historical method, sources; author ship and content of each gospel; the synop tic problem and contribution of each of gospel to the knowledge ofChrist. 202 New Testament Literature II (3) Epistolary form, content, theological contribution, .canonicity and interpretation; historical background in comparison with the book of Acts. 300 Early Christian History -Acts (3) The book ofActs with emphasis on the missionary philosophy and activity of the early church and its current application to missions.
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ELECTIVE COURSES 310 Advanced Studies in the Gospels (3) In-depth study of one of the gospels or detailed consideration of problems related to several or all of the gospels. 320 Advanced Studies in Epistolary Literature (3) Selected epistles considering genuine ness and authenticity, exposition of the text and investigation of problem passages. 420 Advanced Studies in New Testament Eschatological Literature (3) New Testament prophetic texts such as Matthew 24 and 25, I and II Thessalonians and Revelation. 430 Advanced Studies in New Testament History and Theology (3) Religious, cultural, political and theologi cal investigation of key portions of the New Testament. 450 New Testament Theology (3) Introduction to the history of New Testament theology; a consideration of the basic themes developed in the New Testament from the standpoint of biblical theology. An in-depth study of a writer, writ ers or kind of literature in the New Testament may form a portion of the course.
Dean: W. Bingham Hunter, Ph.D. Associate Dean: Dennis H. Dirks, Ph.D. Undergraduate Director. Wayne S. F1ory, Ph.D.
FACULTY Professors: Kurtaneck, Mitchell Associate Professors: Curtis, Flory, Pierce, Wilkins Instructors: Chute, Moore OBJECTIVES Coursework in biblical studies and theol ogy is central to the Biola University cur riculum. Upon completion of any degree program, it is intended the student will be acquainted with biblical content through the grammatico-historical method of interpreta tion; will have a grasp of the major doctrines of the Word of God; and will have greater spiritual maturity which will enable the stu dent to serve the Christian community more effectively. DEGREE PROGRAM A BACHEWR OF ARTs IN BIBLICAL STIJDIES is of fered upon the completion of the university baccaulaureate and major requirements. The Bible major requires the completion of all of the general Bible requirements (ex cluding the three-unit elective) plus the fol lowing: NT 320, Romans, OT 450 or NT 450, six units upper division Old Testament elec tives, six units upper division New Testament electives, six units upper division Old Testament or New Testament or Theology electives, History 304 or 324 and 321, and 12 units of either Greek or Hebrew (select either Greek 101, 102, 201, 202 or Hebrew 101,102,201,202) . The flexibility of electives within this major will enable the student to design a program in line with his/her professional and ministry objective, and future specialization.
GENERAL BIBLICAL STUDIES ELECTIVE COURSES 120 Guided Study (1-3)
For those needing odd units to complete their Bible requirement. Reading with writ ten reports on biblical and/or theological subjects. Prerequisite: consent of the dean. 220 Inductive Bible Study (3) Iriductive study applied to biblical narra tive and epistolary literature. 470 Biblical Seminar (3) Small group studies utilizing techniques of problem solving, research, formal writing and communication of results. Prerequisite: consent. 480 Biblical Research (1-3) Traditional and contemporary problems in biblical areas. Prerequisite: consent.
COURSES OLD TESTAMENT STUDIES REQUIRED COURSES 101 Early Hebrew History (3)
A history of Israel's beginnings through the united kingdom, including matters of authorship, dating and the historical-theo logical setting of the Pentateuch and early historical books.
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