School of Professional Studies - William Jessup University

2010-2011
BIBL101 3 units
Christian Foundations – Old Testament
Establishes the foundational strands, evident throughout Scripture, of God’s revelation of His character and plans and of His view
of human nature. This introduction to the literature of the Old Testament and the history of the Jewish people through the post-
Exilic period will emphasize the relevance of the revelation for today.
BIBL104 3 units
Christian Foundations – New Testament
A survey of the New Testament from Matthew through Revelation. The course will open up an understanding of the person of
Jesus, his teaching and ministry, including his final days, death and resurrection. The course surveys the historical background,
content and theology of each book, and integrates the background and message of each book with the rest of the New Testament.
BIBL215 3 units
Introduction to Biblical Languages
This class introduces the biblical languages and the tools that are available to research in the original languages.
BIBL224 3 units
Origin and Transmission of the Bible
A detailed examination of the process by which the Bible came into existence and was transmitted through history to the present
day. The course includes discussions of inspiration, canon, manuscript evidence, textual criticism, and translation, as well as
application of these topics to ministry. (Prerequisite: Biblical Interpretation)
BIBL349 3 units
Biblical Interpretation
A study of the principles whereby we understand, explain, apply, and live God’s word. Provides an understanding of how the Bible
came to be and introduces the basic principles and skills required to interpret it accurately. The emphasis will be on the
understanding and application of scripture to today’s world. This class is a prerequisite for all upper-division Bible and Theology
classes. (Prerequisite: ENGL101a)
BIBL350 3 units
New Testament Exposition (F)
This is a course of study about the exegesis and exposition of the epistles of the New Testament. A method of both researching
epistolary texts and communicating them expositionally in contemporary venues will be explored and implemented. Attention will
also be paid to the place of prayer and the practice of the principles of spiritual authority in the character development of the
expositor.
BLG215a, b 3 units each
Greek I, II (F, S)
An introduction to the grammar and vocabulary of New Testament Greek for the purpose of translating and interpreting the New
Testament.
BLG225a, b 3 units each
Hebrew Language and Literature (F, S)
A basic introduction to biblical Hebrew designed to introduce the basics of vocabulary and grammar as prerequisites for
translating the Old Testament. The courses will highlight the contribution language study makes to understanding the richness of
the Old Testament.
BLG316 3 units
Greek III
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