Description
A survey of the Former Prophets, Latter Prophets and Writings as viewed in their historical and cultural settings in the ancient Near East. Particular attention will be given to questions of authorship, historical, literary and theological issues of each portion such as Deuteronomistic History (Joshua-2Kings), prophetic literature, wisdom literature and apocalyptic literature. The course will explore some major theological concepts rooted in these sections of the Old Testament. Pre-requisite: BST 103.