9 courses with the subject BIB, 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.
A study of the historical settings, literary features, theological teachings, and general content of the Bible with special emphasis on the person and work of Jesus Christ.
A practical introduction to the study of the Bible. The course provides an overview of fundamental issues of interpretation, inspiration, manuscripts, and translation. Emphasis is on basic approaches to Bible study and appropriate use of biblical reference tools. Only required for non-ministry majors.
A study of the major biblical and theological themes of both testaments. Emphasis on discovering the flow of ideas that bind the different books of the Bible into a unified whole.
An advanced study of the history, theory, and practice of biblical interpretation. This course emphasizes knowledge, understanding, and skills for pastoral and scholarly study of the Scripture including a review of current approaches and developments.
A course for all who desire to teach the Bible more effectively and creatively . Designed to develop basic principles and practices in the teaching of the Bible as well as studying methods, materials, learning theory, and meeting individual differences in all age groups.
A study of the canon, text, ancient manuscripts, transmission and translation of the Bible. Special attention is given to the history of the English Bible and modern translation theories.
An integrative and exegetical study of these two prophetic books from a pre-millennial perspective in light of other interpretive approaches. Historical background, literary genre, and theological teachings of each book will be examined.
The study of excavations and discoveries that have a bearing on the Bible. The course is designed to acquaint the student with the nature of archaeology and its contribution to biblical Studies. May be offered with BIB 493.
Special topics of varied interest are offered as needed and as resources permit.
Source: University of Valley Forge's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 59
