Old Testament

Through a consideration of the historical, sociological and theological context in which the Hebrew Scriptures came into existence, this unit will provide the student with...

Hebrew Scriptures – Theology and History (NAIITS)

An examination of the book of Genesis, in light of various critical methods. Attention will be given to literary sources and editing, theological issues, anthropological...

Genesis

This unit aims to introduce students to the diversity of Old Testament traditions; exploring the relationships between theological themes in different historical contexts; and developing...

Introducing the Hebrew Bible

This unit will introduce the concepts of justice in the teaching of Israel’s prophets, giving attention to key prophetic texts in their historical and social...

Justice in the Prophets

A study of key texts on war and peace selected from Exodus, Deuteronomy, Joshua, Judges, Samuel, and Isaiah. Attention will be given to the theological...

War and Peace in the Hebrew Bible

This unit aims to introduce students to the diversity of Old Testament traditions; develop a familiarity with exegetical tools and methods; explore selected theological themes—especially...

Introducing the Hebrew Bible

This unit is a continuation course building on the skills learned in the unit Introduction to Biblical Hebrew, although it will also cover exegetical issues....

Ruth

An examination of the book of Genesis, in light of various critical methods. Attention will be given to literary sources and editing, theological issues, anthropological...

Genesis