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106 EXPLORING THE BIBLE

An introductory study of the nature and content of the Biblical writings with emphasis upon the

basic ideas or messages. Meets Tier I credit for religion.

210 THE GOSPELS

A study of the life and teachings of Jesus as portrayed in the New Testament gospels. Each of the gospels is examined and compared.

213 LIFE AND LETTERS OF PAUL

Examination of Saul/Paul's role in the early New Testament church and his influence in establishing the doctrine of the church. Acts and the Pauline epistles are included.

304 ADVANCED OLD TESTAMENT

Prerequisite: REL 106

A comprehensive study of the Old Testament which focuses on the theological and ethical visions of the writings of the Hebrew Scriptures. In addition to the law and the proclamation of the prophets, there is an examination of how the narratives of the Old Testament can be employed in formulating Jewish and Christian theology and ethics.

305 ADVANCED NEW TESTAMENT

Prerequisite: REL 106
An in-depth study of selected New Testament writings and their interpretation. Special focus may be placed upon specific themes such as Christian discipleship or the moral vision of the New Testament.

375 STUDY ABROAD:

GEOGRAPHICAL AND HISTORICAL SETTINGS OF THE BIBLE

Prerequisites: REL 106, junior status, or permission
An intensive 3-week course offered in conjunction with Jerusalem University College. It features an integration of the academic study of Biblical history and geography with on-site field experiences in Israel and Jordan. Also included is the study of contemporary social and political issues in the Middle East. Course fee.

497  RELIGION THESIS SEMINAR

Prerequisite: REL 106 and junior or senior status.

Designed to give religion majors a guided opportunity to research and write a paper on a topic of interest in their area of concentration.

450 SEMINARY COURSE IN BIBLICAL STUDIES

An Ashland Theological Seminary topics course in Biblical studies which investigates seciotns or books of the Bible. May be repeated once for a different topic.