1988-1989 Academic Catalog

60 Biblical Education DEPARTMENTAL COURSES BIBLICAL LANGUAGES BEBL-251, BEBL-252, BEBL-253 Elementary Greek 5 boors each quarter The basic elements of the Greek language. Careful attention is given to grammar, syntax, vocabulary, and the reading of selected portions of the Greek New Testament. BEBL-351, BEBL-352, BEBL-353 Intermediate Greek 3 hours each quarter Detailed study of advanced Greek grammar, reading in the Greek New Testament, the application of advanced syntactical rules, and an introduction to exegesis. Pre– requisite: BEBL-251, BEBL-252, BEBL-253 Elementary Greek. BEBL-254, BEBL-255, BEBL-256 Elementary Hebrew 3 hours each quarter An introduction to the basic elements of Biblical Hebrew. Attention is given to vocabulary, grammar, and the use of language tools. BIBLICAL STUDIES Old Testament BEOT-101 Old Testament Survey-A, W,Su 5 hours A survey of the entire Old Testament, giving special attention to the authorship, historical background, and the theme of each book. A study of the history of the Hebrew nation from its origin to the time of Jesus Christ. BEOT-201 Pentateuch-A 5 hours A detailed study of the five books of Moses. Attention is given to the historical material of these books, to theological problems, and to practical and homiletic values. (Alternate, odd years) BEOT-202 Historical Books l-W 5 hours A study of the history oflsrael from the entrance into Canaan until the end of the reign of Solomon. (Alternate, odd years) BEOT-203 Historical Books II-Sp 5 hours A study of the history of Israel from the division of the kingdom of David- Solomon until the restoration after the exile. (Alternate, odd years) BEOT-302 Psalms-W 5 hours An examination of the book of Psalms with special attention given to the various types of psalms and their application to life. (Alternate, odd years) BEOT-303 Wisdom Literature-Sp 5 hours An examination of the books of Job, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and Song of Solomon. Special attention is given to their literary qualities and practical applications for today. (Alternate, odd years) BEOT-304 Major Prophets I-A 5 hours A study of Isaiah, Jeremiah, and Lamentations. The ministry of the prophets to their own times is carefully considered. (Alternate, e1•e11 years) BEOT-305 Major Prophets 11-W 5 hours A study of Ezekiel and Daniel. The ministry of the prophets to their own times is considered as well as their predictions, both fulfilled and unfulfilled.(Alternate, even years) BEOT-306 Minor Prophets- W 5 hours A chronological study of the twelve minor prophets, their ministry in relation to Israel and other contemporary nations, and their practical message for today. (Alternate, even years) New Testament BENT-102 New Testament Survey-W,Sp,S11 5 hours A survey of the entire New Testament, including the historical background of the Inter-Testament period, giving special attention to authorship, content, main events, and the unfolding of God's redemptive purpose through the Lord Jesus Christ. BENT-207 The Four Gospels-A 5 hours A harmonistic, chronological study of the Gospels, setting forth the life and minis– try of Jesus Christ from His incarnation to His ascension. BENT-208 The Books of Acts-W 3 hours An analysis of the missionary outreach of the apostolic period with special empha– sis upon transitional theological problems, the journeys of Paul, and the historical setting of the epistles. (Alternate, even years) BENT-209 Romans and Galatians-Sp 4 hours An exegetical study with stress upon Paul's logical development of doctrinal themes, the relationship of Israel to God's redemptive program, and practical Chris- tian living. (Alternate, even years) BENT-211 The Corinthian Epistles-Sp 4 hours An exposition of First and Second Corinthians with attention given to their histor– ical background, their teachings, and the integrity of Pauline apostleship. (Alternate, odd years) BENT-212 The Prison Epistles-A 3 hours A detailed study of Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, and Philemon including their historical setting and doctrinal distinctives. (Alternate, odd years) BENT-213 The Thessalonian and Pastoral Epistles-A 4 hours An exegesis of First and Second Thessalonians, First and Second Timothy, and Titus with special attention given to their background, eschatological features. and presentation of local church administration. (Alternate, odd years) BENT-214 The Book of Hebrews-A 3 hours An exposition of this book with stress upon the nature of Christ's priesthood, the typology of the Old Testament sacrificial system, and the superiority of Christianity. (Alternate, even years) BENT-215 The General Epistles-A 4 hours An examination of James, First and Second Peter, the three Johannine epistles, and Jude with consideration placed upon their background, exposition of apostate teachers, and lessons on practical living. (Alternate, even years) BENT-216 The Book of Revelation-S 3 hours A detailed exposition of this book with stress upon its literary structure, its exalta– tion of Christ, and its outline of future events. CHURCH EDUCATION BECE-260 The Inductive Method of Bible Study-A, W,Sp,Su 4 hours An inductive study of a book of the Bible designed to develop the student's skill in independent study. BECE-264 Principles of Bible Teaching-A 3 hours A study of the Biblical principles of teaching which provide a rationale for methodology.