Introduction to the Old Testament

College Regis College
Instructor(s)
Course Code RGB1005HS
Semester Second Semester
Section 6101
Online Yes
Credits One Credit
Location Online - Asynchronous
Description

This introductory course explores the thematic unity of the Old Testament under the heading of Covenantal Theology. Significant covenantal moments in the Bible are studied in their historical settings and context, cultic realizations, and literary expressions (Abram, Sinai, David/Zion, Prophecy, Exile, Deuteronomistic texts, Priestly texts- Creation I Noah I Abraham, Wisdom, Covenant in the New Testament). Literary and rhetorical analysis, historical and textual criticism are employed as means of exploring the biblical texts.

Schedule N/A
Start Time TBA
End Time TBA
Minimum Enrolment 10
Maximum Enrolment 16
Teaching Method
Seminars
Means of Evaluation
Other
Previously Offered Winter 2018
Currently Offered Winter 2020