The elements of Biblical Hebrew and New Testament Greek

The basic grammar and syntax of the languages are taught to enable the students to use the commentaries, dictionaries and concordances in an intelligent manner. The course is flexible enough to allow students who progress well or who have some knowledge of the languages before entering the Seminary to engage in deeper study of the Hebrew and Greek texts of the Bible.

General introduction to the Bible

The background to the various books of the Bible, setting them in their historical context, together with an outline of their contents.

Introduction to Biblical Theology

The nature and importance of the discipline is stressed including its relevance to the work involved in the Christian ministry.

Introduction to Biblical Hermeneutics

The principles and practice of biblical interpretation.

Old Testament exegesis, interpretation and theology

The Pentateuch with a detailed study of
Genesis 1-11.

The Historical Books including an analysis of the history of the theocratic nation; the rise of the prophetic movement in Israel; the history and theology of Chronicles.

The Canonical Prophets, covering such items as: the interpretation of prophecy, God's covenant with Israel, law and sacrifice, righteous living in the covenant, love and mercy, the day of the Lord, history and faith, judgements, revival, messianic prophecy, mission, resurrection.

The Wisdom Literature and themes from the Psalter.

New Testament exegesis, interpretation and theology

The life and ministry of Jesus Christ from a study of the Synoptic Gospels; themes from the Luke-Acts material with a study of the origin and expansion of the New Testament Church.

Exegesis of Galatians and 1 & 2 Thessalonians with attention given to Paul's teaching on justification and eschatology.

Johannine Literature: the Gospel, Epistles and the Apocalypse - distinctive terms and themes.

Romans: the essentials of the gospel and the unity of the church.

1 & 2 Corinthians: detailed exegesis of major portions of these books with particular reference to the church and its ministry.

Exegesis of the Pauline Captivity Epistles, considering their distinctive themes.

An exegetical treatment of Hebrews with special attention given to the relationship between the two Testaments, typology and the uniqueness of the Lord Jesus Christ and his redemptive work.

A study of James and an exegetical study of passages from the Petrine Epistles.