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A study of the poetic books of the Old Testament including the nature of Hebrew poetry and wisdom. Prerequisite: BIL-202.

The office and function of Hebrew prophecy is noted and the books of Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, and Daniel are studied in the light of their own times. Prerequisite: BIL-201, BIL-202 or BIL-203 or permission of instructor.

The twelve books designated as minor are studied in similar manner as the Major Prophets. Prerequisite: BIL-201 or BIL-202 or permission of instructor. Offered alternate years.

Primarily a study of the Book of Acts. Attention will be given to the development of the concept of the church, as well as its historical setting in the first two centuries of the Christian era. Prerequisite: BIL-202 or BIL-203 or permission of instructor.

This course covers the prison epistles (Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, and Philemon) and the pastoral epistles (1 & 2 Timothy, Titus. A detailed and analytic study of these books. Prerequisite: BIL-202.

A detailed and analytical study of James, 1 Peter, 2 Peter, and Jude. Prerequisite: BIL-202 or permission of department. Offered alternate years.

A careful study of the Revelation and its relationship to the book of Daniel and to other apocalyptic writings. Prerequisite: BIL-202 or permission of instructor. Offered alternate years.

A detailed and analytical study of the wisdom books in the Old Testament, specifically, Job, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and Song of Songs. Prerequisite: BIL-202 or BIL-203 or permission of department.

A detailed and analytical study of the Book of Psalms. Prerequisite: BIL-202 or permission of department. Offered alternate years.

A detailed and analytical study of Paul's letters to the Romans and the Galatians. Prerequisite: BIL-201, BIL-202 or BIL-203 or permission of department.

A detailed and analytical study of Paul's letters to the Corinthians and the Thessalonians. Prerequisite: BIL-202 or permission of department. Offered alternate years.

A detailed and analytical study of Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, and Philemon. Prerequisite: BIL-202 or permission of department. Offered alternate years.

A detailed and analytical study of Paul's letters to Timothy and Titus. Prerequisite: BIL-202 or permission of department. Offered alternate years.

A detailed and analytical study of Hebrews. Prerequisite: BIL-202 or permission of department. Offered alternate years.

A study of selected New Testament passages in the original Greek. This course expands vocabulary and builds depth in one's understanding of Greek morphology, syntax, and semantics. Prerequisite: Beginning Greek competence or permission of department. Can be repeated.

This course covers a specialized and advanced topic in biblical studies that is not covered in the normal curriculum. It is always offered with a subheading and is repeatable under a different subheading. Prerequisite: BIL-202.

An exegetical study of the narrative of Luke-Acts. Attention will be given to the unifying themes of Luke-Acts, especially, the work of the Holy Spirit in the life of Jesus and the Apostles in carrying out God's plan of salvation. Prerequisite: BIL-202 or by permission of the professor.

Christianity is a global faith with communities on multiple continents and in many cultures translating, interpreting, and applying the Bible. This course will introduce students to perspectives on the methods, aims, and themes of biblical interpretation from diverse Christian voices around the globe. Students will gain an appreciation for and incorporate other Christian voices into their own work with scripture. Prerequisite: BIL-203

Individually arranged research into biblical problems, languages, and/or doctrines. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

This class will be held in the land of Israel and will require student participation in archaeological field work. While digging, areas of focus will include archaeological techniques and methods, and the analysis of pottery and stratigraphy. In addition, the interpretation of stratigraphy and artifacts at key archaeological sites in Israel will be considered as well as current debates and discussions among archaeologists. Prerequisite: BIL-101 and BIL-102 or permission of Division.