Academic Programs - Dallas Theological Seminary

COURSE
DESCRIPTIONS
Dallas Seminary is a member of the Institute of Theological
Studies (ITS), a cooperative program of several evangelical
seminaries. Courses based on lectures by biblical scholars are
offered on audiocassette. Course credit in independent study
may be earned by students who enroll in the courses, listen to
the tapes, and complete the requirements stipulated in the
syllabi. ITS courses can be used toward unrestricted electives
in a degree program; however, Dallas Seminary does not offer
any degree programs through correspondence. Substitution of
selected ITS courses for required courses in a degree program is
only allowed in exceptional circumstances with Credits
Committee approval.
For more information contact the External Studies Office by
phone (800-992-0998, ext. 3772), by email (externalstudies@dts.
edu), or by visiting the Seminary’s website (www.dts.edu).
The following courses are presently available.
Old Testament
IOT505 The Book of Psalms
Bruce K. Waltke
An introduction to the Book of Psalms, with emphasis
on the principles of exegesis of the hymnic literature and
the application of these principles in selected portions.
Attention is given to the various forms of psalms, their
setting within the historical experience of Israel, and
their application today within the church. A knowledge
of Hebrew is helpful but not required. 2 hours.
INSTITUTE OF
THEOLOGICAL
STUDIES
Institute of Theological Studies
IOT506 Understanding the Old Testament
Bruce K. Waltke
A survey of the history of salvation in the Old Testament as it
relates to Old Testament theology, that is, the establishment of
God’s kingdom on earth. A knowledge of Hebrew is helpful
but not required. 3 hours.
IOT507 The Book of Proverbs
Bruce K. Waltke
An exegetical study of the Book of Proverbs in both its
cultural and historical setting and its literary setting, with
attention to critical and hermeneutical problems. To get
full benefit from the course, a knowledge of Hebrew is
required. 3 hours.
IOT509 The Christian and Old Testament Theology
Walter C. Kaiser
A biblical and theological study of the foundational theology
applied by the Old Testament for the New Testament and
the Christian church. 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 the Atonement, the relationship between
the Law and wisdom theology, the kingdom of God,
the Messiah, the inclusion of the Gentiles, the theology of
the Holy Spirit, and the preparation of the New Covenant.
3 hours.
INSTITUTE OF THEOLOGICAL STUDIES
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