World of the Old Testament

Quick Info

Currently offered by Alphacrucis: Yes
Course code: BIB214
Credit points: 10
Subject coordinator: Emma Austin

Prerequisites

The following subjects are pre-requisites of BIB214:

BIB104 Old Testament Foundations (previous BIB101 Introduction to the Bible; BIB102 Introduction to Israel's Scriptures); or
BIB105 New Testament Foundations (previous BIB101 Introduction to the Bible; BIB103 Introduction to the New Testament) ( pre-requisite/co-requisite)

Awards offering World of the Old Testament

This unit is offered as a part of the following awards:

Unit Content

Outcomes

Examine the historical and geographical background and social context of the OT.
Analyse various OT passages and themes through historical-critical exegesis and engagement with a wide variety of primary and secondary sources;
Demonstrate how everyday life in Bible times is reflected in the OT;
Illustrate how the historical, geographical and cultural context of the Israelite community can inform a contemporary application.

Subject Content

Social and Cultural World
Overview of Daily Life
Israelite Household
Material Culture
Geographical Context
Hospitality
Religion and Sacred Life
Legal Systems
City Life
Education
Warfare
Death and Burial

This course may be offered in the following formats

Face to face (onsite)
eLearning (online)
Intensive
Extensives

Please consult your course prospectus or enquire about how and when this course will be offered next at Alphacrucis University College.

Assessment Methods

Reading Responses (20%)
Major Exegesis (50%)
Contemporary presentation (30%)

Prescribed Text

Primary readings provided.