BS5300: Introduction to the Hebrew Bible and Deutero-Canonical Books

Course Overview

Course Title: Introduction to the Hebrew Bible and Deutero-Canonical Books

Course Code: BS5300

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisites: None

Professor: Dr. D. E. Chase

Course Description:

This course offers an in-depth study of the Hebrew Bible and the Deutero-Canonical books, exploring historical contexts, literary forms, theological themes, and contemporary interpretations. Through critical analysis and scholarly discussion, students will engage with primary texts and academic literature to develop a nuanced understanding of these foundational religious writings.

Required Text:

• Collins, John J. “Introduction to the Hebrew Bible: AND DEUTERO-CANONICAL BOOKS,”
• 3rd edition
• ISBN: 978-1-5064-4598-4
• eBook ISBN: 978-1-5064-4605-9

Course Structure:

PART ONE: THE TORAH/PENTATEUCH

·        Lesson 1: The Near Eastern Context

·        Lesson 2: The Nature of the Pentateuchal Narrative

·        Lesson 3: The Primeval History

·        Lesson 4: The Patriarchs

PART TWO: THE DEUTERONOMISTIC HISTORY

·        Lesson 5: The Book of Joshua

·        Lesson 6: Judges

·        Lesson 7: First Samuel

·        Lesson 8: Second Samuel

PART THREE: PROPHECY

·        Lesson 9: The Major Prophets

·        Lesson 10: The Minor Prophets

PART FOUR: THE WRITINGS

·        Lesson 11: Wisdom Literature

·        Lesson 12: Apocalyptic Literature