This course is a study of the two major prophetic books of the Old Testament (Isaiah, Jeremiah-Lamentations). Attention will be given to the nature of the prophetic office and its historical context. The primary focus will be on the theological and ethical teachings of the prophets and their relevance to the present. Prerequisite: BIBL 1403. Three hours credit.
This course will study the Psalms in-depth. Emphasis will be given to authorship, historical setting, interpretation, application, and prophetic nature in relation to Jesus. This course is designed to develop the skills so that students can use the skills to study the other poetic books in the Old Testament. Prerequisite: BIBL 1403.
A general overview and understanding of the four major sections of the Old Testament: Torah, History, Poetry and Prophecy. Attention will be paid to the major characters, events, doctrines and overarching themes. Also, we will study the revelation of God, the revelation of Jesus Christ, and the purpose of the Old Testament in contemporary society.
