Old Testament Theology
- Arts
- 300 level
- 2 credit units
- 142 pages
- 13 units
This course, Old Testament Theology, is a one-semester, 2-credit unit course designed for undergraduate students in Christian theology and anyone interested in the theological study of the Bible. It explores theological themes in the Old Testament, including God, creation, humanity, sin, worship, priesthood, sacrifice, redemption, and mission. The course uses exegetical methodologies in a canonical order, relating Old Testament themes to the New Testament, and drawing implications for contemporary African communities, with a focus on Nigeria.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 208 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assignments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of CRS323, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
CRS323 · Unit 2: God (Nature and Attributes)
The nature of God is discussed throughout the books of the Old Testament canon. God is described in the following terms: The God who creates; the Oneness of God; the Personal God and the Living God among others.
What you should be able to do
- Define and discuss methodologies used in Old Testament Theology.
- Analyze the nature and attributes of God as presented in the Old Testament.
- Evaluate the Old Testament's perspective on creation, humanity, sin, and covenants.
- Explain the significance of worship, priesthood, and sacrifice in ancient Israel.
- Relate Old Testament themes to the New Testament and contemporary African contexts.
What it prepares you for
- Theologian
- Religious Educator
- Pastor
- Missionary
- Chaplain
- Religious Organizations
- Educational Institutions
- Community Development
- Social Services
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 1: Creator and Creation
Unit 1: History and Methodology of Old Testament Theology
The unit requires understanding of diverse scholarly opinions and the ability to synthesize complex arguments regarding the definition and methodologies of Old Testament Theology.
- Module 2: Endowments, Abuse and Recovery
Unit 5: Sacrifice
The unit requires critical analysis of the different types of sacrifices and their symbolic meanings, demanding a deep understanding of ancient Israelite religious practices.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 21 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: Creator and Creation
Unit 1: History and Methodology of Old Testament Theology · 1.5 hours
Read the introduction to Old Testament Theology.. Define Old Testament Theology.. Identify barriers to studying Old Testament Theology.. Note approaches to studying Old Testament Theology..
- Week 2Module 1: Creator and Creation
Unit 2: God (Nature and Attributes) · 1.5 hours
Discuss the Nature of God.. List the names of God.. Explain metaphors about God in the Old Testament.. Discuss hermeneutical considerations of the Old Testament concept of God..
- Week 3Module 1: Creator and Creation
Unit 3: Creation (Origin and Providence) · 1.5 hours
Explain biblical concepts of creation in the Pentateuch.. Explain biblical concepts of creation in Prophetic literature.. Explain biblical concepts of creation in Wisdom literature.. Discuss the presentation of Christ as God's instrument of creation..
- Week 4Module 1: Creator and Creation
Unit 4: Humanity (Nature and Purpose) · 1.5 hours
Explain humanity as a creature.. Explain humanity as a thinking being.. Explain humanity as an ethical being.. Explain humanity as a free being.. Explain humanity as a religious person.. Explain humanity as the image of God..
- Week 5Module 1: Creator and Creation
Unit 5: Covenants · 1.5 hours
Define covenant as used in the Old Testament.. Discuss features of God's covenant with Adam.. Discuss features of God's covenant with Noah.. Discuss features of God's covenant with Abraham.. Discuss features of God's covenant with David.. Explain the privileges and responsibilities of God's covenant..
- Week 6Module 2: Endowments, Abuse and Recovery
Unit 1: The Gift of Land · 1.5 hours
Explain the importance placed on the Promised Land.. Differentiate between the promise of land and the gift of land.. Discuss the regulations about the land in the Old Testament.. Discuss the loss and recovery of the land in the Old Testament..
- Week 7Module 2: Endowments, Abuse and Recovery
Unit 2: Sin and Evil · 1.5 hours
Understand the Old Testament perspectives on the definition for sin and evil.. Understand how God views sin and evil in the Old Testament.. Describe the possible consequences of sin and evil.. Discuss the private and corporate nature of sin and evil..
- Week 8Module 2: Endowments, Abuse and Recovery
Unit 3: Worship · 1.5 hours
Discuss the Old Testament precepts for acceptable worship.. Describe the acceptable place for worshipping God.. Know the items required in an acceptable worship.. Appreciate the benefits of worship, and the dangers of not worshipping aright..
- Week 9Module 2: Endowments, Abuse and Recovery
Unit 4: Priesthood · 1.5 hours
Understand the Old Testament definition of Priesthood.. Describe the role of priests in worship.. Realize why their ministry was legitimated in the Old Testament.. Explain why special emoluments accrued to them..
- Week 10Module 2: Endowments, Abuse and Recovery
Unit 5: Sacrifice · 1.5 hours
Discuss the historical development of sacrifice in the Old Testament.. Explain the reasons for sacrifice in worship.. List the types of sacrifices in the Old Testament.. Link the Old Testament sacrifices with the supreme sacrifice of Jesus Christ..
- Week 11Module 3: Other Relevant Subjects
Unit 1: Redemption · 1.5 hours
Narrate the stories of redemption in the Old Testament.. Appreciate God's provision for the redemption of mankind through atonement.. Evaluate the role of fasting in the journey to redemption..
Unit 2: Mission · 1.5 hours
Explain the meaning of God's mission to redeem other nations in the Old Testament.. Discuss the ultimate purpose of God's election of Israel.. Discuss Israel's role as God's Servant Nation..
- Week 12Module 3: Other Relevant Subjects
Unit 3: Community · 1.5 hours
Appreciate the importance of community in the recovery plan of God for humanity in the Old Testament.. Evaluate the danger of individualism in a covenant community.. Describe the benefits of solidarity in the community..
- Week 13Module 3: Other Relevant Subjects
Unit 4: Prophecy · 1.5 hours
Define prophecy in the biblical context.. Appreciate the role of prophets in the Old Testament as the bedrock for Judaism.. Understand how prophecies shaped the conscience of the nation, Israel..
Preparing for the exam
- Create a timeline of key events and figures discussed in the Old Testament, focusing on their theological significance.
- Develop concept maps linking themes like covenant, sin, redemption, and their implications for humanity.
- Practice essay questions on the nature of God, creation, and the role of Israel in God's plan.
- Review the different types of sacrifices and their symbolic meanings, especially in relation to the Day of Atonement.
- Compare and contrast the views of different Old Testament scholars on key theological concepts.
- Focus on understanding the hermeneutical considerations for applying Old Testament themes to contemporary African contexts.
Questions students ask about this course
What is CRS323 about?
This course, Old Testament Theology, is a one-semester, 2-credit unit course designed for undergraduate students in Christian theology and anyone interested in the theological study of the Bible. It explores theological themes in the Old Testament, including God, creation, humanity, sin, worship, priesthood, sacrifice, redemption, and mission. The course uses exegetical methodologies in a canonical order, relating Old Testament themes to the New Testament, and drawing implications for contemporary African communities, with a focus on Nigeria.
How many units does CRS323 have?
CRS323, Old Testament Theology, has 13 units across 3 modules, over 142 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is CRS323?
CRS323 carries 2 credit units, at 300 level in Arts.
Is CRS323 hard?
CRS323 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical work.
How long does CRS323 take to study?
About 208 hours of study, spread across its 13 units.
How is CRS323 assessed?
CRS323 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assignments and final examination.
What can I do with CRS323?
Theologian, Religious Educator, Pastor, Missionary and Chaplain.