32 courses with the subject OTS, 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.
vocabulary of classical Hebrew with particular attention to the way Hebrew language study enables sound exegesis of Old Testament scripture, which is foundational for good preaching and teaching. Three semester hours.
basic grammar and vocabulary of classical Hebrew with particular attention to the way Hebrew language study enables sound exegesis of Old Testament scripture, which is foundational for good preaching and teaching. Three semester hours. OTS 5020. Elementary Hebrew (2) – A continuation of OTS 5010 Elementary Hebrew (1). Three semester hours.
(NTS and OTS language classes are taught at the graduate level and eligible for advanced standing with credit.) The following general education requirements are fulfilled in the minor: 12 hours of Greek which fulfill the language requirement for the BA degree. Total number of required hours: 18 biology 65
of OTS 5018 Elementary Hebrew (1). Three semester hours.
Church History (3 hrs) CH 5027 The Church and the Stone Campbell
to the basic literary features, historical setting and theological significance of Genesis-Kings, with substantial attention given to the concept and formation of the canon, the history of textual transmission, the history of Jewish and Christian scholarship, and most recent methodologies, so as to foster a deeper understanding of Old Testament literature in an ancient Near Eastern context. Offered fall term each year. Three semester hours.
5150, examining Chronicles–Malachi. Offered spring term each year. Three semester hours. milligan university academic catalog | 2026-27 | www.milligan.edu
followed by advanced study of verb morphology and syntax. Attention is given to vocabulary acquisition with emphasis upon gaining facility in rapid reading of Hebrew prose, with a view to showing the implications of such study for exegesis, preaching, and teaching. Some historical Hebrew grammar and comparative Semitic grammar will also be introduced during the course of the semester. Prerequisite: OTS 5010, 5020 or equivalent. Offered fall term each year. Three semester hours.
vocabulary of Official (Imperial) Aramaic (including Biblical Aramaic), with particular attention to the reading of the Aramaic portions of Daniel and Ezra and selected extra-biblical texts. This course is designed to provide linguistic foundations necessary for further research in Northwest Semitic languages and literature, as well as for exegesis. Prerequisite: OTS 5010, 5020 or equivalent. Three semester hours.
analysis of the background and contents of Second Temple Jewish literature, including the OT Apocrypha, and OT Pseudepigrapha, and select Dead Sea Scrolls. Cross-listed as NTS 6040. Three semester hours.
the Old Testament, including the history of research and the reading of selected texts. The significance of the Greek translations for textual criticism and biblical exegesis is explored. Prerequisites: OTS 5010, 5020 and NTS 5010, 5020 or equivalents. Three semester hours.
Deuteronomy with particular emphasis on the creation story, patriarchal narratives, the exodus, and the legal traditions. Interaction with the interpretive traditions of the Pentateuchal texts and modern critical scholarship is central to this cou+rse. Three semester hours.
Old Testament prophetic traditions, covering select portions of the canonical prophets. The course is designed to introduce these prophets, elucidate their historical backgrounds which provide a context for their teachings, and demonstrate how their instruction to Israel has relevance for Christians today. The course seeks to connect the biblical prophetic traditions with modern day (that is, 20th and 21st century). Three semester hours.
selected 8th Century Prophets (Amos, Hosea, and Micah). In addition to translation, grammatical, and text-critical study of the Hebrew manuscripts of these prophetic books, this course will address historical and theological issues that arise within them and explore ways in which we might apply their message today. Offered occasionally. Three semester hours.
study of key texts, issues, and themes in the book of Ezekiel. Attention will be given to examples of translational issues from the Hebrew text, literary elements, theological themes, historical context, canonical connections, and critical issues in the study of Ezekiel. Three semester hours.
the wisdom literature in the OT (English text) with appreciation of the tension between the Deuteronomic school on the one hand and the points of view articulated in Job and Ecclesiastes on the other. There will be some emphasis on cognate ancient Near Eastern wisdom traditions (e.g., from Mesopotamia and Egypt). Close examination of these texts is designed to provide better understanding of biblical wisdom and its implications in preaching and teaching. Three semester hours.
Joshua through 2 Kings excepting Ruth. Particular attention will be given to the textual development of the DH, the history it narrates, its important themes, and theological tensions. The course will address redactional issues, emmanuel christian seminary | course descriptions 254 history/historiography, archaeology, theology of kingship, and the issue of the Davidic covenant in the midst of exile. Three semester hours.
of Near Eastern archaeology and its importance for reconstructing Israelite history and for interpreting the OT. Attention is given to basic methods of field archaeology, problems in reporting and interpreting archaeological data, and a survey of recent and current archaeological projects and their reports. Three semester hours.
archaeology and history of Khirbet Qumran and ‘Ain Feshka and the nearby caves, with special attention to the non-biblical documents found in the caves and their importance for both Old Testament and New Testament study. More specifically, attention will be given to apocalyptic, messianism, legal and sapiential texts, and hymnody as represented in the Dead Sea Scrolls. Three semester hours.
selected by the student in consultation with the professor and approved by the faculty. Hours to be determined.
Area Chair. Old Testament: OTS The MDiv with a concentration in Old Testament is traditionally pursued by those planning further graduate studies in the field of Old Testament. The Old Testament area offers advanced study of the books of the Hebrew Bible/Old Testament, including their text and language, social- historical background, literary character, and theology. Sample courses for OTS concentration for students entering without Hebrew: OTS 6010, 6020, 6210, 7090, and an exegesis course. Other courses in the area may be substituted by approval of the Area Chair. Sample courses for OTS concentration for students entering with Hebrew: OTS 6010 and 6020 (replace 5010 and 5020 in languages), 6100, 6210, 7090, exegesis course, and one additional elective. Other courses in the area may be substituted by approval of the Area Chair. Concentration with Specialized Vocational
of the theological concepts established in the community of Israel as attested in the Old Testament and from the archaeological and historical study of the ancient Near East to engender a theological appreciation of the abiding testimony of the traditions and practices of ancient Israel with the aim of grounding various aspects of ministry (preaching, teaching, worship, and leadership) in a theological framework which is conversant with and sensitive to New Testament scripture. Prerequisites: BIBL 5017,
the Hebrew text of some portion of the Pentateuch. Prerequisite: OTS 5150, 5160 and OTS 5010, 5020, or equivalent. Three semester hours.
Hebrew text of some portion of the Former or Latter Prophets. semester hours.
Hebrew text of some portion of the “Writings” (Kethubim) section of the canon. Prerequisite: OTS 5150, 5160 and OTS 5010, 5020, or equivalent. Three semester hours.
grammar with reading of selected texts in one of the following Semitic Languages: Ugaritic, Phoenician, Aramaic, Syriac, or Akkadian with the assumption that reading texts in various Semitic languages sharpens philological and historical analyses of the ancient Near Eastern world, of which ancient Israel was a part. Prerequisite: OTS 5010, 5020 or equivalent. Three semester hours.
literature, history, archaeology, or theology. Three semester hours.
the faculty (by approved petition only). Three semester hours.
approved by the faculty (by approved petition only). Three semester hours. milligan university academic catalog | 2026-27 | www.milligan.edu
the Psalms as examples of Israel’s religious poetry, practice, and theology— all helpful for preaching, worship, teaching, and counseling today. Three semester hours.
will explore the central purpose and “message” of the Book of Job in relation to the Old Testament affirmations of the goodness and sovereignty of God. Some attention will be given to ancient Mesopotamian formulations of the problem of human suffering so as to provide a larger framework for the study of Job. Three semester hours.
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