BBCL505
Biblical Literature 1: Torah, Prophets, Writings
Bible and Cultures
Theological School
Course Subject Code
BBCL
Course Number
505
Status
Active
Course Attributes
EMRE: Major-Religion Elective, HEB: TS-Hebrew Bible, MREL: Major-Religion, ENRE: Minor-Religion Elective, NREL: Minor-Religion
Course Short Title
Biblical Literature 1
Course Long Title
Biblical Literature 1: Torah, Prophets, Writings
Course Description
An introduction to the first testament as a source for understanding and appropriating the religious experiences, insights, commitments, and expectations of the various communities of ancient Israel. Focuses on learning to interpret biblical texts with theological and ethical sensitivity, using the tools and skills of historical-critical, social-scientific, and literary-critical research.
Min
3
Repeatable
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Equivalent Course(s)
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