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SCRIPTURE & BIBLICAL STUDIES
School
Hebrew College
BIB508
"But where is the Sheep for the Sacrifice?" The Binding of Isaac in Modern Israeli Literature
BTI Category
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
SP25
The motif of Isaac's Binding (the 'Aqedah, Genesis 22) has become a prism in Israeli Literature for exploring the tensions between collective identity and existential yearning, sacrifice and secularization, religious zealotry and maternal love. We will discuss this motif through the poetry of Yehuda Amichai (among others), the short stories and memoir of Amos Oz (among others), modern feminist midrash from Dirshuni, and selections from David Grossman's novel, To the End of the Land. Topics include: secularism vs. religious tradition; gender and ethnicity; and Palestinian Arab and Jewish-Israeli relations. Alongside primary literary sources in translation we will read a number of critical texts about Israeli culture and society.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Dr. Rachel Adelman
R
4:15 – 5:45 pm
Grading Option
PF or Audit
Credits
2
Professor Approval Req'd?
Y
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Hartford International
SC-522-2
Hebrew Bible Survey
BTI Category
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
SP25
This course will examine the content and theology expressed in the Hebrew Bible. We analyze scripture using historical-critical methodologies that consider the biblical material in light of its ancient Near Eastern context. We also investigate how the Hebrew Bible has been interpreted by different faith communities.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Robertson, Cleotha
W
7:00pm-8:50pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
Y
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Boston College School of Theology & Ministry
TMNT7023
Introduction to New Testament
BTI Category
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
SP25
The New Testament is a collection of diverse writings that are central to Christian faith and life. This course will introduce students to the literary characteristics, historical context, and theological content of these writings and to the methods and approaches associated with the modern discipline of biblical studies.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Matthew Monnig, S.J.
MW
08:30AM-09:50AM
Grading Option
Letter
Credits
3
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Boston College School of Theology & Ministry
TMNT7092
Gospel of Matthew
BTI Category
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
SP25
Our study of Matthew's Gospel will attend to its literary features, social context, and theological content. In addition to helping us understand how the Matthean author used various sources to write his distinct narrative of Jesus' ministry, Passion and Resurrection, historical-criticism will assist in contextualizing both author and community within a late first-century multi-cultural context. As the most commented upon Gospel in the early Church, we will also consider how Matthew's emphasis on the OT and understanding of Jesus were received by early Christians who sought to articulate Christianity in light of the controversies at that time (e.g., Marcionism).
Professor
Class Day & Time
Angela Kim Harkins
W
10:00AM-12:50PM
Grading Option
Letter
Credits
3
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Boston College School of Theology & Ministry
TMOT7067
Introduction to Old Testament
BTI Category
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
SP25
A literary, historical, and theological introduction to the Old Testament (Hebrew Bible)�the Pentateuch, Historical Books, Wisdom Literature and Psalms, and Prophets.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Andrew R. Davis
TR
10:00AM-12:00
Grading Option
Letter
Credits
3
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Boston College School of Theology & Ministry
TMOT8055
Apocalypses: Visions and Otherworldly Journeys
BTI Category
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
SP25
The word apocalypse comes from the Greek word for 'revelation.' This course seeks to understand the conceptual worldview and theological perspectives found in ancient Jewish and Christian apocalypses and representative writings from the Old Testament, New Testament, the Dead Sea Scrolls, and Pseudepigrapha (e.g., Daniel, Book of Revelation, Book of the Watchers, 4th Ezra, and others). Emphasis is placed on a close reading of texts and the application of a variety of methodological approaches.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Angela Kim Harkins
F
09:00AM-12:00
Grading Option
Letter
Credits
3
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
a course in Bible
School
Boston College Department of Theology
THEO5201-01
Christian-Jewish-Muslim Scriptural Reasoning
BTI Category
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
SP25
Abrahamic Scriptural Reasoning (SR) is a practice of fellowship and study among Muslims, Jews, and Christians, practiced by dozens of groups in the Americas, Europe, Middle East, South Asia, and East Asia. While SR began in an academic setting, it expanded into a civic, community practice. In the course, we first address scriptural study and commentary in the individual traditions, with readings about biblical and quranic commentaries in their historical contexts. Then we study the history and methods of Abrahamic SR, readings in the Journal of Scriptural Reasoning and additional writings on the theory of SR. Each class begins with small-group studies in and across the borders of Jewish, Christian, and Muslim interpretive traditions. Toward the end of the semester, we ponder broader issues: What is Scripture? What is commentary? And what of tension and conflict among Abrahamic communities: does scripture play a role in inter-religious conflict? In its repair?
Professor
Class Day & Time
Ochs, Peter
M
2:00 PM - 4:25 PM
Grading Option
Letter/PF/Aud
Credits
3
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
GRAD/UGRAD SPLIT
School
Boston University School of Theology
STHTN 828
Sex and the New Testament
BTI Category
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
SP25
An introduction to how the New Testament conceptualizes topics around sex, sexuality, and gender (e.g., sexual difference, marriage, divorce, homosexuality). Special attention given to the diverging views on sexual ethics in different parts of the canon (Gospels, Pauline Letters, Revelation, Pastoral Letters).
Professor
Class Day & Time
Men�ndez-Antu�a�
W
8:00AM - 10:45AM
Grading Option
Letter
Credits
3
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Boston University School of Theology
STHTO 835
Current Issues in Biblical Interpretation
BTI Category
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
SP25
Examination and evaluation of several current methods and approaches. Students are encouraged to develop a generally valid and fruitful approach. Emphasis on working with specific biblical texts.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Botta, Alejandro
M
6:30PM - 9:15PM
Grading Option
Letter
Credits
3
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
NT501
Exploring the New Testament
BTI Category
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
SP25
Introduction to the field of New Testament studies, highlighting�central New Testament themes, issues, events, and persons. ��
Professor
Class Day & Time
McDonough, Sean
R
1:30-4:30pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
NT613
Exegesis of Mark
BTI Category
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
SP25
This exegetical study of the structure, theology and probable setting of Mark�gives special attention to the person of Jesus and his mission.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Wheaton, Gerry
F Sat
Fri 6:30-9:30pm; Sat 8:30am-4:30pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
Y - with live meeting time
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
Meeting: Feb. 21-22, Mar. 21-22, Apr. 25-26; Prerequisite: NT502
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
OT646
Exegesis in the Historical Books
BTI Category
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
SP25
The basics of Hebrew exegesis, including its objectives,�methods and tools, are taught in connection with selected passages from the historical books. �Students�are exposed both to the general characteristics and applicability of interpretation of various individual�books. �
Professor
Class Day & Time
Nation, Trey
F Sat
Fri 6:30-9:30pm; Sat 8:30am-4:30pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
Y - with live meeting time
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
Feb. 14-15 (HAM), Mar. 14-15 (CUME), Apr. 11-12 (HAM); Prerequisite: OT511
School
Harvard Divinity School
HDS 1103
Introduction to the Hebrew Bible/Old Testament 2: Latter Prophets and Writings
BTI Category
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
SP25
A critical introduction to the literature and theology of the Hebrew Bible, considered in light of the historical contexts of its formation and the interpretive contexts of its reception within Judaism and Christianity. The course, the second part of a divisible, year-long sequence, will focus on the Latter Prophets and the Writings. Jointly offered in the Faculty of Arts and Sciences as ANE 120b.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Andrew Teeter
TR
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
4
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Harvard Divinity School
HDS 1430
Studies in Biblical Law
BTI Category
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
SP25
A close examination of the linguistic formulation and literary design of collections of legal material within the Pentateuch, with a focus on the so-called �Covenant Code� (Exod 20�23) and its relationship to the �Holiness Code� (Lev 17�27) and the Deuteronomic laws (Deut 12�26). The course will devote particular attention (1) to compositional poetics (i.e., to the discovery and elucidation of compositional strategies on the micro- and macro-structural levels, to principles of literary organization, to textual logic, and analogical patterns); and (2) to the textual, literary, and hermeneutic relationship between and among these collections with regard to the specific formulations of the laws in each. This will be undertaken with a view toward understanding the overall expectations made of readers, ancient and modern. The Hebrew text of biblical legal collections and their underlying principles of design will be considered in the context of major critical debates within the current state of the field.The course presumes proficiency in Biblical Hebrew. Two years of Biblical Hebrew (or equivalent) required.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Andrew Teeter
T
3:00pm - 4:59pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F
Credits
4
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
The course presumes proficiency in Biblical Hebrew. Two years of Biblical Hebrew (or equivalent) required.
School
Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology
NEWT 5111
The Gospel of Matthew
BTI Category
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
SP25
This course builds skills for interpreting the Scriptures by studying their linguistic, historical, patristic, liturgical, and iconographical contexts. In addition, it studies the Gospel of Matthew in its historical setting, exegeting select passages from it. The goal of this course is to train students to study the Holy Scriptures for teaching, preaching, and personal spiritual formation. Classes will include lectures and discussions on the theological, literary, and historical aspects of the Gospel of Matthew. The second half of each class session will focus on studying a passage from Matthew to build exegetical skills. The students will have regular opportunities to practice certain skills. Students will participate in interpreting specific passages and share their work in class. Students who have studied Greek should bring both an English and a Greek New Testament to class. This course satisfies NT Exegesis for MDIV students.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Dr. Bruce Beck
M
2:10-4:30 PM
Grading Option
Letter/PF/Aud
Credits
3
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology
NEWT 5141
The Gospel of John
BTI Category
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
SP25
This course is an exegesis course on the Gospel of John using the Greek texts and English translations. Students will be accompanied in this course by the writings of St. John Chrysostom, blessed Bishop Gerasimos of Abydos, and select contemporary historical-theological interpreters of the Gospel.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Rev. Dr. George Lewis Parsenios
F
10:30-12:50 PM
Grading Option
Letter/PF/Aud
Credits
3
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
Pre-requisite: Introduction to New Testament and at least one course on biblical exegesis.
School
Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology
OLDT 7301 Z1
Christ in The Old Testament
BTI Category
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
SP25
Christ's birth, life, crucifixion, and glorious resurrection were all prophesied centuries earlier in Old Testament times. This course aims to reconstruct the prehistory of Christ or the Old Testament messianism as it unfolds in the Pentateuch, Psalms and Prophets. Selected messianic texts will be interpreted in the light of patristic traditions with references to modern scholarship as well. This course may fulfill the Old Testament Exegesis requirement.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Rev. Dr. Eugen J. Pentiuc
ASYNC
ASYNC
Grading Option
Letter/PF/Aud
Credits
3
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
Y
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Saint John's Seminary
BL614
The Holy Spirit in the Bible: Biblical Foundations of Christian Pneumatology
BTI Category
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
SP25
This course is an initial survey of references to God�s Spirit (the Holy Spirit) in the Old and New Testaments. Individual texts of the two Testaments will be read and discussed � in context, but also in the light of the Church�s doctrine regarding the Third Person of the Blessed Trinity as expressed, e.g., in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. The course will explore issues in Pneumatology from a biblical perspective. Through a close reading of the relevant biblical texts, the course will expose the student to the biblical bases of such theological topics as: Holy Spirit and Prophecy in the New and Old Testaments, Holy Spirit and the Charisms in the New Testament, Sin against the Holy Spirit, The Holy Spirit and Christ, The Gifts and Fruits of the Holy Spirit, and The Holy Spirit in the Economy of Salvation._ The course will show how the Catholic doctrine on the Holy Spirit is balanced, rich and comprehensive compared to historical and contemporary Spirit-movements and aberrations which have lacked magisterial guidance. The student will gain from this course a good first exposure to the biblical foundations of Catholic Pneumatology.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Dr. Maluf
R
2:45-4:45 PM
Grading Option
Letter/PF/Aud
Credits
3
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Saint John's Seminary
NT502
The Letter of Saint Paul
BTI Category
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
SP25
The class will pursue a close exegetical analysis of the letters, with particular attention to the historical setting, style, author and audience, political and social issues. The course will also develop the student�s ability to integrate Paul�s perspective meaningfully into preaching, teaching, and theological reflection.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Fr. Achu
MWF
11:00-11:50 AM
Grading Option
Letter/PF/Aud
Credits
3
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Hebrew College
BIB501
Core Text - Torah 1: Bereshit 2
BTI Category
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
SP25
“The Jacob Saga and Joseph and His Brothers.” Colorful coats, dreams and near fratricide, famine, exile, and reconciliation mark the dramatic narrative of Jacob & Wives & Sons (and daughter) in the last half of Bereshit. This course will engage in a careful reading of the biblical text, drawing on medieval commentators and midrash, as well as modern literary responses, from Israeli poetry to Thomas Mann's great novel, Joseph and His Brothers. In addition to honing our text skills, we will consider various themes such as the problem of continuity/discontinuity (toledot), dreams and their interpretation, deception and recognition, and teshuvah, as well as the consequences of long-abiding family secrets and shame.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Dr. Rachel Adelman
TF - see note
See notes
Grading Option
PF or Audit
Credits
3
Professor Approval Req'd?
Y
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Hartford International
SC-522-1
Hebrew Bible Survey
BTI Category
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
SP25
This course will examine the content and theology expressed in the Hebrew Bible. We analyze scripture using historical-critical methodologies that consider the biblical material in light of its ancient Near Eastern context. We also investigate how the Hebrew Bible has been interpreted by different faith communities.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Robertson, Cleotha
W
7:00pm-8:50pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Boston College School of Theology & Ministry
TMNT7046
The Apostle Paul
BTI Category
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
SP25
A study of Paul's life, an investigation of all thirteen letters attributed to him, and an examination of the key theological themes of these letters.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Matthew Monnig, S.J.
TR
08:00AM-09:20AM
Grading Option
Letter
Credits
3
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Boston College School of Theology & Ministry
TMOT8101
Job and Suffering
BTI Category
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
SP25
This course examines how the Hebrew Bible addresses questions around human suffering. After surveying different biblical perspectives, we will immerse ourselves in the Book of Job, in which Job and his friends (and, ultimately, YHWH) consider the meaning of Job�s suffering. While this course is primarily interested in the theologies of the Book of Job, we will also take into account the book�s literary artistry, redaction history and historical context. By the end of this course I hope you will have a better understanding of this important book, which is as timeless, complex, and inexhaustible as the mystery it contemplates.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Andrew R. Davis
M
10:00AM-12:20PM
Grading Option
Letter
Credits
3
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
Graduate-level introductory course in OT
School
Boston College School of Theology & Ministry
TMOT8100
Women in Scripture
BTI Category
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
SP25
This course will begin with an overview of feminist biblical hermeneutics � its history and variety � and then we will examine depictions of women throughout the Christian Bible. Part of this analysis will consist of looking at these depictions from different feminist perspectives. Another part of our analysis will be a consideration of the stories� social and cultural contexts, especially what archaeology can tell us about women�s lives in antiquity.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Jaime L. Waters
T
12:30PM-03:00PM
Grading Option
Letter
Credits
3
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
Graduate-level introductory course OT or NT
School
Boston College Department of Theology
THEO5016-01
Christians Reading the Quran
BTI Category
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
SP25
This course examines various trends and methodological approaches by which Christians have interpreted the Qurn. The semester begins by surveying premodern trends, including Qurn translations, privileging primary sources when possible. Most of the course concentrates on 20th and 21st century engagement with Islams sacred text, including debates about orientalism and postcolonial theory. Theological questions include general discussions of whether and how Christians may consider the Qurn revealed and/or inspired along with focused discussions of particular passages of pertinence to Christian comparative theology. Knowledge of Arabic beneficial but not necessary; all required readings exist in English translation. Cross-listed in ICSP.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Welle, Jason
TR
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM
Grading Option
Letter/PF/Aud
Credits
3
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
GRAD/UGRAD SPLIT
School
Boston College Department of Theology
THEO7611-01
Hebrew Exegesis of the Dead Sea Scrolls
BTI Category
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
SP25
This course begins with exegesis of the Hebrew text of the three "Rules" found in the Qumran caves and in the Cairo geniza: the Community Rule (1QS), the Rule for the Congregation (1QSa), and the Damascus Rule (CD). We will also survey passages from other sectarian texts devoted to interpretation of scripture and history, esp. the pesharim. Students with ability to read Aramaic will read selections from the Aramaic DSS that complement the Hebrew texts, and all will read the entire corpus of non-biblical mss. in English translation.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Gillihan, Yonder
R
1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Grading Option
Letter/PF/Aud
Credits
3
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
N
School
Boston University School of Theology
STHTO 802
The Prophetic Tradition
BTI Category
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
SP25
The history of biblical prophecy in the context of ancient Near Eastern prophetic phenomena. Emphasis on reading primary texts and questions of social context, role, literary forms, rhetoric, and relation to tradition and to the present.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Botta, Alejandro
W
2:30PM - 5:15PM
Grading Option
Letter
Credits
3
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Boston University School of Theology
STHTH 834
History of Biblical Interpretation
BTI Category
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
SP25
TBD
Professor
Class Day & Time
Pak, Sujin
W
6:30PM - 9:15PM
Grading Option
Letter
Credits
3
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
NT513
The Book of Mark in Depth
BTI Category
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
SP25
TBD
Professor
Class Day & Time
Wheaton, Gerry
F Sat
Fri 6:30-9:30pm; Sat 8:30am-4:30pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
Y - with live meeting time
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
Feb. 21-22, Mar. 21-22, Apr. 25-26
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
NT649
Exegesis of Revelation
BTI Category
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
SP25
Exegesis of the Apocalypse in its historical setting and Old Testament�context, interpreting its meaning in both the first century and today. Special attention is given to the�occasion and purpose, structure and theological content of the letter
Professor
Class Day & Time
McDonough, Sean
T
9am-12pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
Y - with live meeting time
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
Prerequisite: NT502
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
OT770
Old Testament Poetical Books
BTI Category
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
SP25
A study of the nature and techniques of Old Testament poetry,�including: metrics, line and strophic structure, historical grammatical exegesis and text criticism. Special�introduction to the various poetical books of the Old Testament and samples of exegesis, emphasizing the�Psalms. �
Professor
Class Day & Time
Petter, Tom
W
1:30-4:30pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
Prerequisite: OT511
School
Harvard Divinity School
HDS 1408
The Bible and the "Querelle des Femmes": From the Sacred Text to Women's Self-Awareness
BTI Category
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
SP25
This course will explore how the Bible became both a means to self-awareness and a defensive weapon for women in Renaissance Italy, women whose social opportunities had previously been limited by intentional marginalization and, above all, limited access to culture. Reading the Bible was not only a way for women to develop their spirituality: It gave them female role models from the Old and New Testaments, encouraging them to take their place in society and the political sphere. We will look particularly closely at texts written by women who, grounded in a strong classical tradition, re-interpreted Genesis in 16th- and 17th-century Venice to open up new social horizons using fresh biblical exegesis. These female readers overturned the condemnation of Eve and questioned her gender�s subsequent inferior status, challenging the foundations of the patriarchal society around them and suggesting a path for how gender inequality could be overcome in Europe. Texts will be read in English translation.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Erminia Ardissino
T
9:00am - 10:59am
Grading Option
Letter
Credits
4
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Harvard Divinity School
HDS 1438
The Book of Proverbs: Seminar
BTI Category
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
SP25
A critical discussion of the Book of Proverbs in its entirety and a close reading of (at least) major sections of it in Hebrew. Among the topics considered are questions of worldview, literary design, poetic technique, ancient Near Eastern antecedents and parallels, and the relationship of the theologies in Proverbs to those of other currents in ancient Israelite thought. Includes a research-based paper. Prerequisites: an introductory course in the critical study of the Hebrew Bible and a very solid command of Hebrew grammar (any period). Jointly offered in the Faculty of Arts and Sciences as Hebrew 257.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Jon Levenson
R
3:00pm - 4:59pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
4
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology
NEWT 5111 Z1
The Gospel of Matthew
BTI Category
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
SP25
This course builds skills for interpreting the Scriptures by studying their linguistic, historical, patristic, liturgical, and iconographical contexts. In addition, it studies the Gospel of Matthew in its historical setting, exegeting select passages from it. The goal of this course is to train students to study the Holy Scriptures for teaching, preaching, and personal spiritual formation. Classes will include lectures and discussions on the theological, literary, and historical aspects of the Gospel of Matthew. The second half of each class session will focus on studying a passage from Matthew to build exegetical skills. The students will have regular opportunities to practice certain skills. Students will participate in interpreting specific passages and share their work in class. Students who have studied Greek should bring both an English and a Greek New Testament to class. This course satisfies NT Exegesis for MDIV students.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Dr. Bruce Beck
ASYNC
ASYNC
Grading Option
Letter/PF/Aud
Credits
3
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
Y
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology
OLDT 7301
Christ in The Old Testament
BTI Category
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
SP25
Christ's birth, life, crucifixion, and glorious resurrection were all prophesied centuries earlier in Old Testament times. This course aims to reconstruct the prehistory of Christ or the Old Testament messianism as it unfolds in the Pentateuch, Psalms and Prophets. Selected messianic texts will be interpreted in the light of patristic traditions with references to modern scholarship as well. This course may fulfill the Old Testament Exegesis requirement.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Rev. Dr. Eugen J. Pentiuc
M
9:10-11:30 AM
Grading Option
Letter/PF/Aud
Credits
3
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Saint John's Seminary
OT502
Prophets, Psalms, and Wisdom
BTI Category
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
SP25
This course prepares students to read the biblical text in a scholarly manner with an ecclesial spirit. Account is taken of modern scholarship, while reading the inspired text from the heart of the Church. Relevant Church documents are referenced. The nature of Hebrew poetry is investigated, with its eminent suitability as a theological medium. The literary, historical, and theological dimensions of the Old Testament are discussed through exegetical study of selected texts. In no way bypassing the literal and historical senses of the text, that the New Testament is �hidden in the Old��that Christ is the �measure� of Scripture�is not overlooked. Emphasis is placed upon the theological, spiritual, and pastoral message of these life-giving texts. Since Scripture is the �soul of theology,� a solid understanding of these texts will benefit preaching and catechesis.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Fr. Briody
MWF
9:00-9:50 AM
Grading Option
Letter/PF/Aud
Credits
3
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Saint John's Seminary
NT500
New Testament
BTI Category
Semester
Scripture & Biblical Studies
SP25
This course will provide students with a broad overview of the social, political, and religious world of the New Testament and of central issues in New Testament interpretation such as the quest for the histor-ical Jesus, the relationship between the four gospels, the role of Paul in the emerging Christian move-ment, and the centrality of the resurrection to the life and theology of the early Church. After studying these foundational topics, we will move on to survey key books of the New Testament, taking into account the literary, historical, and theological significance of these texts. All classes will meet in person at Saint John�s Hall.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Fr. Achu
Alternating Saturdays
8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Grading Option
Letter/PF/Aud
Credits
3
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
Jan. 25, Feb. 8, Feb. 22, Mar. 15, Mar. 29, April 12, Apr. 26, May 10
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