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Trinity College of Biblical Studies-Undergraduate Studies
Courses in Biblical and Theological Studies
BITH 102Old Testament Survey
An overview of the Old Testament, tracing its teaching with respect to
historical background and literary character.4 Units
BITH 103New Testament
Survey An overview of the New Testament, tracing its teaching with
respect to historical background and literary character. 4 Units
BITH 104Basic
Christian Faith An investigation into the basic beliefs of the Christian
faith. 3 Units
BITH 105Studies in Biblical
Lands An investigation into the biblical theology and
Archaeology
in their historical, cultural, and geographical setting with major emphasis in
Israel.3 Units Pilgrimage to the Holy Land for further studies 3 Units
BITH 106Studies
in Paul's Book to the Romans A chapter-by-chapter analysis of Paul’s
argument in the book of Romans with special emphasis on Paul’s view of humanity,
salvation, Christ, and the Holy Spirit.3 Units
BITH 107. The Synoptic Gospels- A comparative
study of the Synoptic Gospels and the fourth Gospel. Also compare the Gospel
according to Thomas 3 Units
BITH 108Studies
in the Gospel of St. John. A comprehensive study of John’s gospel. Its
insights into personal spirituality, will be emphasized in the context of
critical Johannine scholarship.3 Units
BITH109Introduction to Hebrew.
Introduction of the Hebrew Language, also using tools to search and
understand the language 3 Units
BITH 110. The Psalms: Songs of Israel and the Church.
A study of the spiritual and literary legacy of the book of Psalms. The
collection will be analyzed according to literary types, and the individual
psalms studied according to their type and content. The use of Psalms in the
history of the Church as a vehicle of worship will be a daily devotional focus
to begin each class 3 Units
BITH 111. Old Testament Apocalyptic Literature. A
survey of the development of apocalyptic literature in the OT (Isaiah, Daniel,
Ezekiel, Joel, Zechariah) and the intertestamental period (2 Esdras and Enoch).
This survey includes an introduction to the character of apocalyptic,
foundational principles for the interpretation of apocalyptic, and an evaluation
of apocalyptic as a communicative and revelatory
vehicle. 3 Units
BITH 112. Intertestamental Literature. A survey
of intertestamental history from 300 to 5 B.C. with special attention given to
the literature of the period as a theological bridge between the Old and New
Covenants. Areas of study include OT Apocrypha and selections from the OT
Pseudepigrapha, the Dead Sea Scrolls, the development of apocalyptic literature
and rabbinic Judaism. 3 Units
BITH111Life of Christ A
thorough study of Jesus’ life and teaching. Primary attention will be given to
reconstructing the Archeological first-century with historical, and cultural
setting of Judaism that shaped Jesus’ message.
3 Units
BITH 112Paul of Tarsus A study of
the life and thought of Paul as found in the book of Acts and in Paul’s New
Testament letters. The course will synthesize the major categories of Pauline
thought and emphasize their value for faith today. 3 Units The footsteps of Paul
Tour is available 3 Units
BITH 115. Jerusalem, the Holy City.3 Units A
Pilgrimage to Jerusalem is available. 3 Units
BITH 116. 1 Corinthians. A section-by-section
survey of 1 Corinthians dealing with the issues of the nature of the Church,
Christian behavior and social responsibility, sexuality, marriage and divorce,
Christian worship, the spiritual gifts, and the resurrection. 3 Units
BITH 116Acts
of the Apostles A study of the Book of Acts focused on the birth and
development of the apostolic church, its dissociation from Judaism, and the
progress of the missionary enterprise. 3 Units Footsteps of Paul Tour 3 Units
BITH 117 Women of the Bible
Women in the Bible An overview of the Bible passages that
deal with women’s role in the family and in church, and an understanding of the
situation of Christian women 3 Units
BITH 118. Prison Epistles. Analysis of
Colossians, Ephesians, Philippians, and Philemon, all written while the author
was in chains. Attention will focus on the light these letters throw on Paul’s
life and thought, as well as on the abiding challenge of their message. 3 Units
Footsteps of Paul Tour 3 Units
BITH 119-Egypt and the Bible. This course will
introduce the student to the history and culture of ancient Egypt, and relate
these to important biblical events, including the life of Joseph and the Exodus.
By the use of primary sources in literature and art, such themes as religion,
cosmology, and kingship will be studied in their historical and cultural
contexts3 Units. Pilgrimage to Egypt is available 3 Units
BITH 220History
of Theological Christian Thought. Historical survey of
people and movements which have shaped the faith of the Christian church from
post-biblical times to today's modern thought 3 Units
BITH 221- . David and Kingship. A study of the
origin, development, organizational structures, and function of the Israelite
united monarchy in light of current sociopolitical models 3 Units
BITH 222Biblical Interpretation
and Hermeneutics. A survey of hermeneutical theory discussing
how author, text, and reader work together as meaning emerges from a text. These
insights will then be applied to the Bible, giving the student an interpretive
strategy for exegete biblical texts and bringing their meaning into the modern
world. 3 Units
BITH 223.-
BITH 224. Systematic Theology 1. A critical
investigation into the content and contemporary significance of the Christian
faith, emphasizing biblical foundations, philosophic presuppositions and
comprehensiveness. 3 Units
BITH 225. Spiritual Classics. A small group study
which explores the concept of Christian “spirituality” from the classics of the
Christian tradition including Augustine, Benedict, Bernard of Clairvaux,
Juliana, Teresa of Avila, Luther, Calvin, Catherine of Genoa, Pascal, Wesley,
Bunyan, Bonhoeffer, Merton, Nouwen, Sundar Singh, and others. 3 Units
BITH 226The Exodus. The exodus event is as central to OT theology as the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ to NT theology. The historical and theological implications of this book will be examined, with special emphasis given to the covenant between God and Israel.3 Units Holy Land Pilgrimages 3 Units
BITH 227-Ruth and Esther. A detailed study of the books of Ruth and Esther, giving special attention to historical background, literary analysis, theological emphases, traditional interpretations along with recent ideological interpretations, and contemporary application 3 Units
BITH 228. Wisdom Literature. A selection from the
Old Testament wisdom books, Job, Proverbs, and Ecclesiastes. The apocryphal
books of Jesus ben Sirach and the Wisdom of Solomon may also be read and studied
in relation to canonical wisdom.
3 Units
BITH 229Feminist
Theology This
course offers a theological examination of the representation of women and
gender in Christianity. Attention is given to the historical and cultural
contexts of the first century and contemporary period. Theological, historical,
literary, exegetical, and feminist methods are variously employed
BITH 230-Historical
Geography A study of selected biblical episodes which are enriched when
understood in the context of Near, and Far Eastern history along with
Palestinian geography.3 Units. Archaeological field trips are available
BITH 231. Jeremiah. Jeremiah’s time was one of
crisis and change for Israel. Therefore, his book has much to offer to the
church and the Christian today. Historical, literary, and theological approaches
will be used in the study of Jeremiah 3Units
BITH 232 Studies in the Book of Job-Considered the oldest book of the Bible Job is a rich cultural book. A biblical and theological study into this Ancient book.3 Units
BITH 233-Introduction
to Greek Introduction Course of the Beginners Greek
Language. 3 Units
BITH 234. Systematic Theology 2 A continuation of
a critical investigation into the content and contemporary significance of the
Christian faith, emphasizing biblical foundations, philosophic presuppositions
and comprehensiveness. 3 Units
BITH 235- Genesis 1-11. A study of the
foundational chapters for the Old and New Testaments. The central themes of
creation, God, humanity, the fall, redemption, judgment, and covenant will be
investigated in detail 3 Units
BITH 236.Theology of Culture. An exploration into
the nature of Christianity, as biblically grounded and historically developed,
and its setting in and mission to the world 3 Units
BITH 237-Parables
of Jesus An examination of the
parabolic teaching of Jesus then (in its first century Palestinian cultural
setting) and now (its message to twenty-first-century Christians and society).
Emphasis on the history of interpretation, especially contemporary
literary-aesthetic approaches. 3 Units
BITH 238-Old
Testament Exegesis A practical study of the procedures for
doing sound exegesis in the various portions of the Old Testament. The
method will include the study of words, poetics, textual criticism, syntax,
biblical theology, and practical exegetical exposition in the different genres
of the Hebrew Bible.
BITH 239-Religions of Israel and the Ancient Near East..3 Units
Holy Land Pilgrimages 3
Units
BITH 240. Pastoral Epistles. Careful
investigation of 1 and 2 Timothy and Titus. Detailed textual analysis will lead
to better understanding of the joys and struggles of Christian leadership under
Paul’s direction. Social roles and cultural issues affecting the Church will
receive special attention. 3 Units Footsteps of Paul Tour 3 Units.
BITH 239The Greek Text of Romans: Text Critical Study . Using the textbook and the textual notes in the lectures, construct an exegesis (of 10 pages) on a segment of Romans of your choosing. 3 Units
BITH 240Christology
Study of the person and work of Christ..3
Units
BITH 243Christian Ethics
An examination of the history, methodology, and content of Christian ethics
with application to specific contemporary issues.. 3 Units