14 courses with the subject OT, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
OT 516• Reading Old Testament Literature4
Exploration of the Old Testament focused on the message and proper interpretation of OT books, their ancient Near Eastern historical and literary contexts, and theological purposes. Exploration of connections between the Old Testament story and the New Testament. Contextualization of Old Testament messages for Christian ministry contexts today. Prerequisites: BT 510, (may be taken concurrently).
OT 516YL• Old Testament Introduction (Young Life Staff Training)3
Introduces the study of the Old Testament as the Word of God. Includes a wide variety of biblical books. Texts are studied from a historical, literary, and theological perspective. n original meaning, contemporary significance and the hermeneutical principles in relation to the present.
Introduces biblical interpretation using OT Hebrew. Translates Hebrew texts with common words and basic grammatical forms. Identifies forms and functions of nouns, adjectives, pronouns, and verbs. Defines common Hebrew vocabulary and emphasizes producing biblical Hebrew to develop mastery of grammar and syntax.
OT 625• Hebrew II: Intermediate Hebrew Grammar and Exegesis4
Advancement of biblical interpretation using OT Hebrew. Reading of Hebrew texts at an intermediate level of proficiency, attending to a greater range of grammatical/ syntactical functions. Use of exegetical tools, including textual criticism, diagramming, lexical analysis, and intertextual analysis. Definition of additional common Old Testament Hebrew words. Prerequisites: OT 541 with a grade of B or higher; or passing grade on the Hebrew Qualifying Exam.
Extension course for continued enrollment; required when the thesis course is incomplete. The extension allows students continued access to university resources. Student must be registered in an extension course at the time the dissertation is granted final approval and receives a grade. Special Notes: A course feel of $375 applies.
Preselected topics within an existing course in the field of Old Testament. Special Notes: Portfolio courses are created upon request with permission by an overseeing Program Director.
A Master of Divinity or Doctor of Ministry concentration course; an in-depth study of a particular Old Testament theme. Prerequisites: BT 510. Special Notes: Fulfills D.Min. elective requirements.
A Master of Divinity or Doctor of Ministry concentration course; an in-depth study of a particular Old Testament theme. Prerequisites: BT 510. Special Notes: Fulfills D.Min. elective requirements.
Development of a thesis proposal and prospectus. Survey of existing research and delineation of tentative argument and preliminary bibliography. To be developed in consultation and under supervision of a faculty member as thesis advisor. Prerequisites: Approval of faculty member in relevant discipline is required. Special Notes: This course is graded Pass/Fail.
Implementation of research plan, under the supervision of thesis advisor and with input from a second reader. To include survey of existing research and thesis that is well argued and supported by the literature. Prerequisites: OT 795A.
Concentration content course to fulfill D.Min. requirement for Biblical Theological Engagement. Special Notes: This course fulfills concentration requirements for Biblical Theological Engagement concentration students or an elective requirement for other concentrations.
An in-depth exploration of a particular theme or topic within the specific topic. It examines contemporary issues, scholarly insights, and practical applications relevant to ministry and leadership contexts. Through rigorous examination of primary and secondary sources, students assess the significance of the discipline to the study and practice of ministry and leadership. Prerequisites: GS 801 and ML 810 (Both may be taken concurrently).
Preselected topics within an existing course in the field of Old Testament. Special Notes: Portfolio courses are created upon request with permission by an overseeing Program Director.
