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Old Testament (O.T) Survey

This course, Old Testament Survey, provides a comprehensive introduction to the Hebrew Scriptures. It explores major historical periods from creation to the exile and return, covering key events like the formation of the Israelite nation and the rebuilding of the temple. Students will gain an understanding of the patriarchs, the development of prophecy, and the rise and fall of the monarchy. The course aims to provide a foundational understanding of Jewish history and its significance to Christianity.

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150h
Study Time
13
Weeks
12h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Old TestamentHebrew ScripturesIsraelExileProphecy

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Creation and the Patriarchs

2

The Exodus and the Law

3

The Conquest of Canaan

4

The Period of the Judges

5

The United Monarchy

6

The Divided Monarchy

7

Prophets and Prophecy

8

The Babylonian Exile

9

The Return from Exile

10

Rebuilding the Temple

Total Topics10 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Tutor-Marked Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Final Examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

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Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1:

2h

Unit 1: From Creation to the Judges

2 study hours
  • •Read the introduction to the Bible Land.
  • •Study the geography of Mesopotamia, Syria-Palestine, and Egypt.
  • •Understand the nature, origin, and content of the Hebrew Bible.
Week
2

Module 1:

2h

Unit 2: Origins & Beginnings of Mankind and Israel's History

2 study hours
  • •Study the authorship and sources of the Torah.
  • •Narrate the stories of creation, the fall, and the flood.
  • •Discuss the call of Abraham and the covenant with God.
Week
3

Module 1:

2h

Unit 3: The Worship of YHWH, Cultic Matters, The Wilderness Experience and the Kadesh-Barnea Delay

2 study hours
  • •Trace the development of worship of Yahweh.
  • •Discuss the significance of various sacrifices.
  • •Understand the events during the wilderness travels and the Kadesh-Barnea delay.
Week
4

Module 1:

2h

Unit 4: The Promised Land

2 study hours
  • •Analyze Joshua's leadership.
  • •Discuss the Israelites' entrance into and takeover of the Promised Land.
  • •Highlight the significance of the cities of refuge.
Week
5

Module 1:

2h

Unit 5: The Period of the Judges

2 study hours
  • •Comment on the cyclic pattern of religious apostasy during the period of the judges.
  • •Discuss the reign of the judges.
  • •Understand the general environment during the era of the judges.
Week
6

Module 2:

2h

Unit 1: Introduction to the United Monarchy

2 study hours
  • •Narrate the events leading to Samuel's call.
  • •Tell the story of Samuel's ministry.
  • •Analyze Samuel's character traits and how they helped his ministry.
Week
7

Module 2:

2h

Unit 2: The Court History of David

2 study hours
  • •Comment on the authorship of Chronicles.
  • •Evaluate David's reign and the factors that led to his success.
  • •Discuss the spiritual reformations that David made in Israel.
Week
8

Module 2:

2h

Unit 3: The Career of Solomon and the Divided Monarchy

2 study hours
  • •Discuss the significance of Solomon's foreign and domestic policies.
  • •Narrate events that show Solomon as a wise man.
  • •List the sources of Solomon's wealth.
Week
9

Module 2:

2h

Unit 4: The Prophets and Their Impact on the Religious Life in Israel

2 study hours
  • •Define terms used for prophets.
  • •Distinguish stages of prophetic development.
  • •Discuss functions of prophets.
  • •Analyze impact of prophets on Israel's religious life.
Week
10

Module 2:

2h

Unit 5: Period of Religious Reforms: Hezekiah and Josiah

2 study hours
  • •Discuss the authorship of Isaiah.
  • •Identify Isaiah's role in Hezekiah's reforms.
  • •Describe Hezekiah's history and the factors leading to his fall.
Week
11

Module 3:

2h

Unit 1: The Fall of Jerusalem and the Exile

2 study hours
  • •List factors leading to Jerusalem's fall.
  • •Narrate events leading to Jerusalem's fall.
  • •Discuss Jeremiah's role among exiles in Egypt.
  • •Discuss Ezekiel's role among exiles in Babylon.
Week
12

Module 3:

2h

Unit 2: Daniel and the Jews under Persian Rule

2 study hours
  • •Discuss the background of Daniel.
  • •Narrate events befalling Daniel as governor under Persian kings.
  • •Examine Daniel's biography.
  • •Discuss the chronology of Persian kings and how Jews fared under each.
Week
13

Module 3:

4h

Unit 3: The Return: Zerubbabel, Ezra & Nehemiah

2 study hours
  • •Identify Zerubbabel.
  • •Discuss the first return of exiles under Zerubbabel.
  • •Discuss the second return of exiles under Ezra.
  • •Discuss Ezra's role in religious reforms.
  • •Discuss Nehemiah's role in socio-political reforms.

Unit 4: The Rebuilding of the Temple: The Role of Haggai and Malachi and its Impact on the Religious Life of the Israelites

2 study hours
  • •Study the role of Haggai and Malachi in the rebuilding of the temple.
  • •Analyze the impact of the rebuilding of the temple on the religious life of the Israelites.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create a timeline of key events from creation to the return from exile.

2

Focus on the roles and significance of major figures like Moses, David, and the prophets.

3

Review the different types of sacrifices and their meanings.

4

Understand the causes and consequences of the Babylonian exile.

5

Compare and contrast the religious reforms of Hezekiah and Josiah.

6

Practice essay questions on the major themes of the Old Testament, such as covenant, law, and prophecy.

7

Create concept maps linking key events, figures, and themes within each module.

8

Pay close attention to the geographical context of events and how it influenced the narrative.

9

Review all Tutor Marked Assignments (TMAs) and address any areas where you struggled.

10

Allocate specific study time for each unit, prioritizing those identified as peak difficulty periods.

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