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Course ID	Course
RELS 338	RELS 338 Readings in the Hebrew Bible Course Credits: 3 A reading of selected texts from the Hebrew Bible, including a study of Hebrew syntax and an introduction to exegetical methodology. Cross-listed: HEBR 338 Prerequisite(s): HEBR/RELS 337
RELS 340	RELS 340 Current Issues in Biblical Theology Course Credits: 3 An examination of the topics currently being discussed in biblical theology, such as the possibility and methodology of a biblical theology, apocalyptic and eschatology, covenant and election, redemption and freedom, worship, church, the righteousness of God, history, society, law and gospel, faith, canon, life and death, suffering, creation, atonement and reconciliation, sin and guilt, wisdom, and worldview. Prerequisite(s): RELS 111, 112 NB: Not offered every year See department chair.
RELS 341	RELS 341 The Pentateuch Course Credits: 3 A study of the first five books of the Hebrew Bible with special reference to introduction, exegesis, and history. Attention is given to their historical and theological significance for both Judaism and Christianity. Prerequisite(s): RELS 111 NB: Not offered every year See department chair
RELS 342	RELS 342 Psalms and Wisdom Literature Course Credits: 3 An introduction to the place, function, and form of the Psalms and wisdom literature within the context of other ancient Near Eastern literature, including an analysis of selected examples such as Job, Ecclesiastes, and Proverbs. Prerequisite(s): RELS 111 NB: Not offered every year See department chair
RELS 350	RELS 350 Biblical Archaeology Course Credits: 3 A three-week tour of Israel and/or Greece, for the purpose of studying ancient sites and current excavations relating to biblical studies. Prerequisite(s): RELS 111, 112 NB: Offered during Summer sessions only.
RELS 351	RELS 351 Life and Teaching of Jesus Course Credits: 3 A study of the life of Jesus through the eyes of the four evangelists, with special reference to Jesus' teaching on God, man, the Kingdom, righteousness, and prayer. An evaluation of the extra-biblical view of the person of Jesus. Students are also introduced to the major issues and topics discussed over the last centuries of historical Jesus research. Prerequisite(s): RELS 112
RELS 352	RELS 352 Life and Letters of Paul Course Credits: 3 A study of the world, life, and mission of Paul, including an analysis of the central message of the Pauline epistles in their historical setting and chronological order. Prerequisite(s): RELS 112 NB: Not offered every year. See Department chair.
RELS 355	RELS 355 Aramaic Course Credits: 3 Basic grammar. An introduction to Aramaic literature by reading passages of the Aramaic sections of Daniel and Ezra and selections from post-biblical Aramaic. Prerequisite(s): RELS 245 and 336. (3-0)
RELS 395	RELS 395 Being in Christ: Christian Spiritual Traditions Course Credits: 3 An experience of Christian spiritual traditions through two primary ways of knowing: historical and archival as well as experiential and embodied. Students will investigate the history of Christian spiritual traditions in order to develop a foundational understanding of spirituality as practiced throughout Christian history, and will also learn to creatively apply their knowledge of spiritual practice to a life of “skillful Christian living.” Prerequisite(s): Third-year standing

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