RELG 2221 Introduction to the Old Testament

An introduction to the history, literature, and theology of the Old Testament.

Credits

3

Typically Offered

Demorest Campus: fall odd years

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon the completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate the following outcome-based learning skills:

1. Discuss the parallels between narratives found in the Old Testament and those found in other Ancient Near Eastern Societies.
2. Describe major transitions in the relationship between Yahweh and the proto-Israelites and Israelites, for example the Exodus story or the shift from rule by judges to rule by kings.
3. Critically analyze authorship of Old Testament texts.
4. Understand the Old Testament in the context as Hebrew Bible & part of the Christian Bible.