Doctor of Philosophy in Old Testament Interpretation
The Doctor of Philosophy degree in Old Testament Interpretation requires a total of 96-100 graduate hours beyond a bachelor's degree. This degree consists of a 54-hour major, including 3 hours of dissertation credit, and two 18-hour minors chosen by the student under the direction of his academic advisor. The concentrations for the minors are: theology, New Testament, church history, and church ministries. This degree offers intensive study in the fields of Old Testament Hebrew grammar, translation, and exegesis; Near Eastern history; and Old Testament theology.
Curriculum Highlights
- Elementary Hebrew I & II
- Old Testament Theology
- Old Testament Introduction
- Ancient Near East History
- Hebrew Exegesis I & II
- Problems of Old Testament Interpretation I & II
- Advanced Old Testament Theology I & II
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Doctor of Philosophy in Old Testament Interpretation
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Key Courses
Ancient Near East History This course covers the historical background of the Old Testament and its relation to Israel.
Old Testament Theology This class will present to you a study of the principles and methods of biblical theology as applied to the Old Testament.
Advanced Old Testament Theology You will study the history and nature of Old Testament biblical theology. Principles of biblical theology will be applied to selected Old Testament books, passages and words.
Problems of Old Testament Interpretation In this course you will study the history and principles of interpretation as they apply to the Old Testament. You will also analyze and discuss specific problem passages in the Old Testament.
Career Opportunities
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