DS 610 Origins and Old Testament

MA Development Studies
Written By Beau Morris

Course Description

This course explores the Old Testament, including different views concerning the origin stories in Genesis and the emergence of civilization. It gives special attention to the relationship between people and God, and the implications that has for human vocation through an examination of the humans being in the Image of God and the call and life of Abraham in Genesis. The course explores various biblical theological topics in an overview of OT Law, Wisdom Literature and Prophets. The course introduces students to basic skills in inductive Bible study and exegesis.

Beau Morris

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