PROPHETS- A SURVEY (OT 2116)

Term: 2009-2010 Spring Semester

Faculty

Rolf A. JacobsonShow MyInfo popup for Rolf A. Jacobson

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Schedule

Thu, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM (2/9/2010 - 5/17/2010) Location: MAIN NW 230
Thu, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM (3/25/2010 - 5/5/2010) Location: MAIN NW 100
Thu, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM (5/7/2010 - 5/17/2010) Location: MAIN NW 100

Description

A survey of the prophets and their literature from literary, historical, and theological perspectives, with implications drawn regarding their use in Christian teaching and preaching. Special attention will be given to a close reading of classic prophetic texts and to one of the prophets. A special preceptorial may be provided for those particularly interested in Hebrew translation. Prerequisite: LG1100 Hebrew or equivalent for all MDiv and MA-Old Testament students.