Biblical Studies/Languages
The Biblical Studies/Languages major serves to prepare students for a lifetime of interpreting the Bible for the sake of others. While all majors within the School of Theology and Missions (STM) are grounded upon the Bible, the Biblical Studies/Languages major is especially focused upon enabling students to effectively interpret the Bible within its ancient historical context so that they may faithfully apply it to the modern world. The study of Greek and Hebrew is required of all Biblical Studies/Languages majors since the knowledge of Greek and Hebrew significantly facilitates the analysis and comprehension of the Bible. This major, like all other STM majors, builds upon the STM's core curriculum, providing a well-rounded introduction to the Christian life, theology, church history, philosophy, ethics, and ministry. Given the particular goal, however, of preparing students to be top-notch interpreters of the Bible, the Biblical Studies/Languages major focuses upon a knowledge of Greek and Hebrew, biblical backgrounds, biblical literature, biblical theology, and contemporary application.
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Major in Biblical Studies/Languages
Core Courses for All Majors in the School (except Philosophy)
- CHR 113 - Introduction to Bible Study and Interpretation
- CHR 305 - History of Christianity
- CHR 334 - Christian Spiritual Formation
- CHR 338 - Christian Doctrine
- PHL 240 - Introduction to Philosophy
- CHR/PHL 243 - Introduction to Christian Ethics
Biblical Languages Courses
- GRK 311/312 - Intermediate Greek OR
- HBR 411/412 - Advanced Hebrew
Electives
- Electives from Biblical Studies/Languages
- Elective from Theological Studies
- Elective from Christian Ministry and Missions
Minor in Ancient Languages
One year in GRK, HBR, or LAT is prerequisite for Ancient Languages minor.
Elective hours in GRK, HBR, LAT
2024-25: Minor in Ancient Languages
Minor in Biblical Languages
GRK 211 and HBR 311 are pre-requisites for minors in Biblical Languages.
- CHR 113 - Introduction to Bible Study and Interpretation
- GRK 212 - Elementary Greek II
- HBR 312 - Elementary Hebrew II
- GRK 311/312 - Intermediate Greek OR HBR 411/412 - Advanced Hebrew
- Biblical Studies/Languages Electives
2024-25: Minor in Biblical Languages
Minor in Biblical Studies
GRK 211 and HBR 311 are pre-requisites for minors in Biblical Languages.
- CHR 113 - Introduction to Bible Study and Interpretation
- CHR 338 - Christian Doctrine
- Biblical Studies/Languages Electives
Biblical Studies/Languages Courses Offered
Ancient Languages Division (LAT, GRK, HBR)
- LAT 111/112 - Elementary Latin
- LAT 211 - Intermediate Latin
- LAT 214 - Latin Readings
- GRK 211/212 - Elementary Greek
- GRK 311/312 - Intermediate Greek
- GRK 411/412 - Advanced Greek
- HBR 311/312 - Elementary Hebrew
- HBR 411/412 - Advanced Hebrew
Biblical Studies Division
- CHR 111 - Old Testament Survey
- CHR 112 - New Testament Survey
- CHR 113 - Introduction to Bible Study and Interpretation
- CHR 213 - Biblical Backgrounds
- CHR 310 - History of the Bible in Translation
- CHR 314 - Studies in the Pentateuch
- CHR 317 - Minor Prophets
- CHR 321 - The Life of Christ
- CHR 325 - Pauline Epistles
- CHR 328 - Hebrews
- CHR 330 - Biblical Theology
- CHR 354 - Topics in the New Testament
- CHR 415 - Poetry and Wisdom Literature of the Old Testament
- CHR 416 - Major Prophets
- CHR 423 - The Johannine Literature