BIBL 3133 - Bible Book Studies:Psalms

3 credits

[Meets the Core Curriculum Writing Practice Requirement] An exploration in the Hebrew Psalter which focuses on the various Psalm types and their interpretation. Interpretive techniques for treating poetic materials are developed and applied in the study of the Psalter. Attention is given to the history of the development of the Psalter and its use throughout the history of the Church in its devotional life.

Prerequisite: BIBL 1053 The Christian Scriptures and BIBL 2563 How to Read the Bible; or instructor permission