Advanced Studies in New Testament Books 1
This course surveys the Gospels and Acts, emphasizing the contribution of each book to the kingdom theme, the occasion of each book’s writing, and the application of each book’s message. Also, the course focuses on interpreting NT narratives and parables and applying the ministry of Jesus and the early church to our modern situation.
Advanced Studies in Old Testament Books 3
This course surveys Job to Malachi (except Psalms), emphasizing the contribution of each book to the kingdom theme, the occasion of each book’s writing, and the application of each book’s message. Also, the course focuses on the new covenant, interpreting wisdom and prophetic literature, and how the prophets fit in Israel’s history.
Advanced Studies in Old Testament Books 2
This course surveys to 1 Samuel-Esther and Psalms, emphasizing the contribution of each book to the kingdom theme, the occasion of each book’s writing, and the application of each book’s message. Also, the course focuses on the Davidic covenant and on interpreting narratives and the Psalms.
Advanced Studies in Old Testament Books 1
This course surveys Genesis to Ruth, emphasizing the contribution of each book to the kingdom theme, the occasion of each book’s writing, and the application of each book’s message. Also, the course focuses on the covenants with Abraham and Moses and on interpreting narrative literature and the Law.
Advanced Hermeneutics
This course offers a critique of the theoretical approaches from which the principles of biblical interpretation are derived. Cultural context, historical background, geographical location, linguistic and literary factors are analyzed in order to obtain clarity about the original author’s intended meaning. Thus the various genres of Scripture are examined for their theological content.
Developing Academic Thinking
This course introduces the students to the foundations and methodology of scientific research in Christian theology. It enables students to develop analytical thinking skills with an emphasis on theological literature. This course is also the formal prerequisite to writing an academic thesis. This course covers: the foundations of scientific research in theology, the definition and […]
Writing Research Papers Using the Computer
This course guides students in composing all parts of small and large research papers according to the scientific and international style of Turabian. The course also trains students to use the computer for all their writing, especially using all the tools provided for Microsoft Word. This course is designed to guide students into effective strategies […]
Master of Arts in Eastern Studies Program according to International Standards / M.A.E.S.
The three-year Master of Arts in Eastern Studies program according to International Ecclesiastical standards parallels the M.A.B.S. program, encompassing courses in practical ministry and general studies, biblical studies, theological studies, and Eastern studies. Purpose. The program of Eastern Studies aims to prepare students for service in Arab countries, based on their unique history, traditions, and […]
