Description
A study of the book of Isaiah with emphasis on its theology, historical background, and usefulness in the construction of Christian identity and vocation. The course focuses on the careful reading of biblical texts and on the identification and interpretation of broader theological themes emphasized in Isaiah. The course gives particular attention to important political and sociological issues facing Judah, as well as to literary strategies for reading biblical poetry.
Prerequisite: LG0110 Biblical Hebrew for all M.Div. and M.A.-Bible students.