16 courses with the subject BIBL, 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.
This course introduces the student to the tools and background necessary for understanding, interpreting, and applying the Old Testament to contemporary life. Furthermore, the course prepares the student to discuss intelligently the factual material in the Old Testament and to make clear critical judgments regarding the validity of various interpretations of the Old Testament. (3 credits)
An introduction to the tools and background necessary for understanding, interpreting, and applying the New Testament to contemporary life, designed to prepare students to intelligently discuss the factual material in the New Testament and to make clear critical judgments regarding the validity of various interpretations of the New Testament. (3 credits)
An in-depth study of Old Testament themes with a view to their relevance for Christian theology, worship, and ethics. These include: God’s self-revelation, creation, covenant/kingdom, fall, law, worship, prophecy, and hope. The course will include an introduction to proper exegetical, hermeneutical, and theological methods.
This course introduces the major themes of New Testament theology and their specific relevance for Christian theology, worship, and ethics. These include: the Kingdom of God, justification, sanctification, Pauline theology, etc.
A study of the broad outlines of the life of Jesus and the Gospel literature of the New Testament. The course will examine the distinguishing theological interests of the gospel accounts, drawing particular attention to the similarities and differences between the Synoptic Gospels and the Gospel of John. (Offered fall semesters, odd years.)
A study of the broad outlines of the epistolary literature of the New Testament. The course will examine the distinguishing theological interests of the Epistles, especially the dominant motifs conveyed in the apostolic epistolary addressed to the earliest churches. (Offered spring semesters, even years.)
An intensive study of the letter and its setting in Paul’s ministry. The course also treats the biblical theology developed in the letter. (Offered spring semester, odd years.)
A comprehensive study of the Hebrew prophets interpreted in light of their context. (Offered fall semesters, odd years.)
A study of the history, problems, and methods of biblical interpretation, including a study of biblical-theological themes of the Old and New Testaments. (Offered fall semester, odd years.)
A survey of the history, development, and interpretation of biblical apocalyptic literature with special emphasis on Daniel and the Revelation of John. (Offered spring semesters, even years.)
Selected biblical topics or books - authors, historical developments, theological themes, and missionary movements - with emphasis on their geographical and cultural settings associated with the biblical literature. Residence abroad. (Offered spring semesters, odd years.) 221
An intensive, quality, structured learning opportunity that immerses students in appropriate professional contexts. Supervision of the practicum is a shared responsibility between the faculty advisor and the on-site supervisor. This course may be repeated; a maximum of six (6) hours may be used to satisfy degree requirements. Pre-requisites: INDS 3610, Permission of the student's advisor and department chair of designee.
Provides students and faculty the opportunity to examine current issues or specialized topics within the discipline at an upper-level of study (appropriate for junior or senior academic experience). Topics will be determined by the department. Class will meet 15 hours for each hour of credit offered. Repeatable for different topics. (Offered by department discretion.)
Students may choose to participate in a directed study of their own choice, contingent on faculty availability. Credit varies from 1-3 hours, although a student can repeat for up to six hours of credit. Prerequisite: Junior status or above. A career GPA of 2.5 and approval of the department chair is required. (Offered by department discretion.)
Students will develop an extensive paper under the direction of a faculty member that demonstrates their ability to do senior-level research and writing on a specialized topic in biblical studies or theology. A committee consisting of the course professor, another member of the division, and one member chosen by the student will evaluate and grade the thesis. (Offered every semester as needed.)
Source: Montreat College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61
