Catalog 05-07 - Biola University

Independent Theological Studies
These independent study courses offer lectures on cassette tapes by
outstanding biblical scholars. They are available only as electives or
prerequisites for degree-seeking Talbot students. Students who experience
unresolvable scheduling problems previous to graduation
may use them to meet their requirements. They may not normally
be used in lieu of required courses. The use of ITS courses is limited
as follows:
Elective Units or Unresolvable Scheduling Problem
Master of Divinity........................................................................................................... 5
Master of Arts ................................................................................................................... 4
Master of Arts reduced (Any Master of Arts reduced program) ....... 2
Courses include a printed syllabus which provides a broad outline
of the lectures, review questions and a bibliography. Requirements
for credit include textbook assignments, collateral reading, research
papers and examinations, all of which are outlined in a programmed
syllabus.
Regular tuition fees are charged for each course regardless of the
number of units for which a student is already enrolled and include
costs of tapes and programmed syllabus. Tapes must be ordered
through the Dean of Faculty Office.
Students who desire graduate credit for ITS courses must meet the
normal requirements for admission to Talbot and register for the
courses through the Admissions and Registrar’s Offices.
Further details may be obtained from the Dean of Faculty Office.
Courses
o l d t e s ta m e n t s t U d I e s
Courses listed under this heading which have exegetical content
(and thus language prerequisites) are specifically identified; other
courses are expositional in nature and content.
ttts 501 The Pentateuch ........................................................................2
R. Laird Harris, Ph.D.
A critical introduction to the first five books of the Bible.
Examination of such subjects as the problems of Genesis 1-11,
Higher Criticism of the Pentateuch, chronological issues, and
the archaeological and cultural background of the Penta-
teuch.
ttts 502 Conquest and settlement ....................................................2
John J. Davis, Th.D.
A study of the conquest and settlement period in Israel’s
history from the perspective of archaeology, theological
truths and history. The books included are: Joshua, Judges and
Ruth. Special consideration of Late Bronze Age materials from
Palestine which provide insight into the cultural background
for this era.
ttts 503 The united monarchy ............................................................2
John J. Davis, Th.D.
An historical, archaeological and theological analysis of
the period of the United Monarchy in Israel. Archaeologi-
cal discoveries from the Iron Age I period cited to illustrate
important cultural trends of this era. Particular attention given
to the books of I and II Samuel, the first ten chapters of I Kings,
and the parallel passages in Chronicles and Psalms.
ttts 504 The Divided monarchy ..........................................................2
John C. Whitcomb, Jr., Th.D.
The history of Israel from the beginning of Solomon’s apostasy
(I Kings 11) — about 950 B.C. to the Babylonian Captivity (II
Kings 25) in 586 B.C. Special emphasis given to the miracle
ministries of Elijah and Elisha. Parallel passages from the
Chronicles and the prophetic books scrutinized, as well as
evidence from contemporary secular history.
ttts 505 The Book of Psalms .................................................................2
Bruce K. Waltke, Th.D., Ph.D.
An introduction to the book of Psalms with emphasis on the
principles involved in the exegesis of hymnic literature as well
as application of these principles to selected portions.
ttts 506 understanding the old Testament ...................................3
Bruce K. Waltke, Th.D., Ph.D.
A survey of the history of salvation in the Old Testament espe-
cially as it relates to the universal of Old Testament theology,
i.e. the rule of God or the establishment of God’s kingdom
upon the earth. A working knowledge of Hebrew considered
to be helpful but not required for this course.
ttts 507 The Book of Proverbs .............................................................4
Bruce K. Waltke, Th.D., Ph.D.
An exegetical study of the Book of Proverbs in both its cultural
and historical setting and its literary setting with attention to
its critical and hermeneutical problems. To get the full benefit
out of the course, a knowledge of Hebrew is required for
seminary credit.
ttts 509 The Christian & old Testament Theology .......................3
Walter C. Kaiser, Jr., Ph.D.
A biblical and theological study of the foundational theology
applied by the Old Testament for the New Testament and the
Christian Church. This study identifies and inductively derives
the center or focal point for the theology of both the Old and
New Testaments. It also deals with the amount of continuity
and discontinuity between the Old and New Testaments.
Included are the topics of saving faith, the people of God,
the role of the law of God, the worship of God, the doctrine
of atonement, relationship between the law and wisdom
theology, kingdom of God, the Messiah, the inclusion of the
Gentiles, the theology of the Holy Spirit and the preparation
of the new covenant.
2005 – 2007 C ATA LO G Talbot School of Theology 255