BIOT301 OLD TESTAMENT BOOKS OF POETRY

The poetic books of Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and Song of Solomon are covered in detail. Historical Background information and theological themes of each book are outlined.

Description

The poetic books of Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and Song of Solomon are covered in detail. Historical Background information and theological themes of each book are outlined.

Course Objectives:

Upon completion of this course, the student should:

• understand the basic nature and expression of Hebrew poetry in its setting;
• have an understanding of the basic message of Job, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Song of Solomon, Lamentations, and the key Psalms studied;
• acquire a basic knowledge of the figures of speech employed in the poetic books;
• have an understanding of the historical background for each book;
• gain an appreciation of the richness of the theology and practicality contained in the Poetic Books.

Course Requirements

A. Technical Requirements:

• Download and install a browser other than Microsoft Internet Explorer. We suggest Firefox or Google Chrome.
• The E-learning system performs better with Firefox or Google Chrome browsers.

B. Academic Requirements

• Quizzes (35%): Complete the weekly lessons and quizzes.
• Midterm (30%): Complete the midterm exam.
• Final exam (35%).

C. Grading Scale

A = 94-100 Excellent
B = 84 – 93 Above Average
C = 74 – 83 Average
D = 64 – 73 Below Average
F = 63 & Below Failure

Required Textbook

The Hayford Bible Handbook
Jack Hayford (Author)
ISBN-13: 978-0785250340