This course provides an introduction to the Bible as a whole. It focuses on not only the Bible’s content, but also the various genres present within it. Students will explore the Biblical texts within its historical context utilizing scholarly theory and methods, as well as the Bible’s influence on the modern world. Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to articulate key biblical themes, concepts, and narratives, analyze biblical texts in light of their historical context, and identify, describe, and critically examine the intended meaning and message of biblical texts.
- Teacher: Benjamin (Ben) Winter