CSBS - Biblical Studies

CSBS 1311 Old Testament Survey

The course presents a general survey of the Hebrew Bible, with special emphasis being given to great characters, events, and religious teachings.

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CSBS 1312 New Testament Survey

This course surveys the historical background of the New Testament writings, the life and teachings of Jesus Christ, the early Christian movement, and the doctrinal concepts and ethical ideals of Christianity.

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CSBS 2301 Biblical Backgrounds

This course presents a survey of the religious, cultural, geographical, and historical backgrounds of the Bible with special reference to major archaeological discoveries which have illuminated biblical interpretation and understanding. Prerequisites: CSBS 1311/1312.

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CSBS 3323 Poetical Books

The course provides a study of selected portions of the poetical material contained in the Hebrew Bible, including an introduction to literary theory and a definition of the field of Hebrew poetry. Prerequisites: CSBS 1311/1312

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CSBS 3324 The Wisdom Books

The course provides a study of selected portions of the wisdom material contained in the Hebrew Bible and seeks to explore the relationship of Hebrew wisdom to the wisdom material of the ancient world. Prerequisites: CSBS 1311/1312

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CSBS 3326 The Minor Prophets

The course examines selected portions of the Minor Prophets (the Book of the Twelve) with due attention given to the historical backgrounds and to their teachings. Prerequisites: CSBS 1311/1312

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CSBS 3327 The Gospels of Mark and Matthew

This course is a study of the Gospels of Mark and Matthew, with introductions to the synoptic problem and the synoptic presentation of Jesus of Nazareth. The course will highlight the distinctive and significant features of both Gospels. Prerequisites: CSBS 1311/1312

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CSBS 3328 The Earlier Pauline Epistles

A study of Galatians, 1-2 Thessalonians, and 1-2 Corinthians, noting Paul's rise to prominence in the early church, the development of his theology, and the problems he confronted in the churches of his Gentile mission. Prerequisites: CSBS 1311/1312

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CSBS 3329 The Pastoral Epistles, Hebrews & non-Johannie General Epistles

This course is a study of selected portions of 1-2 Timothy, Titus, Hebrews, James, 1-2 Peter, and Jude, with attention to the unique contribution of each to the New Testament. Prerequisites; CSBS 1311/1312

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CSBS 3330 Biblical Hermeneutics

The course introduces the student to the science of biblical hermeneutics and its application to sacred scripture from the development and closing of the Canon to the modern era. Prerequisites: CSBS 1311/1312.

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CSBS 4190 Independent Learning

This course enables a student to pursue independent learning in some aspect of the field of Biblical Studies. Prerequisites: CSBS 1311/ 1312 and junior standing.

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CSBS 4191 Seminar

Prerequisites: CSBS 1311/1312 and junior standing.

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CSBS 4290 Independent Learning

This course enables a student to pursue independent learning in some aspect of the field of Biblical Studies. Prerequisites: CSBS 1311 /1312 and junior standing.

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CSBS 4291 Seminar

Prerequisites: CSBS 1311/1312 and junior standing.

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CSBS 4330 Pentateuch

The course examines selected passages in the first five books of the Hebrew Bible. Special attention is given to modern techniques of scholarship, major themes in the Pentateuch relating to today's world, and selected passages of major importance. Prerequisites: CSBS 1311/1312

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CSBS 4331 Deuteronomic History

The course investigates selected portions of the Deuteronomic History (Joshua, Judges, 1-2 Samuel, and 1-2 Kings) and seeks to understand their relationship to the book of Deuteronomy. Prerequisites: CSBS 1311/1312

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CSBS 4332 The Major Prophets

The course examines selected portions of the Major Prophets (Isaiah, Jeremiah, and Ezekiel) with due attention given to the historical backgrounds and to their teachings. Prerequisites: CSBS 1311/1312

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CSBS 4340 The Gospel of Luke & Book of Acts

This course is a study of the Gospel of Luke and its distinctive features, tracing its continuity with and through its companion volume, the Acts of the Apostles. The study of Acts will stress the missionary career of St. Paul. Prerequisites: CSBS 1311/1312

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CSBS 4341 The Johannine Books in the New Testament

This course is a study of the Gospel of John with attention to its non-synoptic nature and theological sophistication. The course will include studies of 1-3 John and the Revelation/Apocalypse. It will seek to identify the special themes in these books. Prerequisites: CSBS 1311/1312

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CSBS 4342 The Later Pauline Epistles

This course is a study of Romans and the Prison Epistles. (Philemon, Ephesians, Colossians, and Philippians) noting incomplete the continuing development of Paul's theology and his prison ministry in Rome. Prerequisites: CSBS 1311/1312

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CSBS 4390 Independent Learning

This course enables a student to pursue independent learning in some aspect of the field of Biblical Studies. Prerequisites: CSBS 1311 /1312 and junior standing.

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CSBS 4391 Seminar

Prerequisites: CSBS 1311/1312 and junior standing.

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CSBS 4490 Independent Learning

This course enables a student to pursue independent learning in some aspect of the field of Biblical Studies. Prerequisites: CSBS 1311 /1312 and junior standing.

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CSBS 4491 Seminar

Prerequisites: CSBS 1311/1312 and junior standing.

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