Old Testament Theology
- Arts
- 700 level
- 2 credit units
- 138 pages
- 14 units
This course introduces students to Old Testament Theology, exploring theological ideas with emphasis on God, humanity, sin, redemption, and mission. It examines methodologies and currents in Old Testament Theology, the nature and attributes of God, and the realities of God's creations. Students will analyze covenants, discover the origin of sin and evil, and understand worship, priesthood, prophecy, and sacrifices, relating Old Testament themes to the New Testament and contemporary African communities.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 208 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assessments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of CRS715, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
CRS715 · Unit 1: History and Methodology of Old Testament Theology
The Presentation Schedule included in your course materials gives you the important dates for the completion of tutor marked assignments and attending tutorials. Remember, you are required to submit all your assignments by the due date. You should guard against lagging behind in your work.
What you should be able to do
- Define and apply methodologies in Old Testament Theology.
- Discuss the nature and attributes of God in the Old Testament.
- Analyze the importance of covenants in humanity's relationship with God.
- Understand the origin of sin and evil and provisions for its solution.
- Explain the dynamics of worship, priesthood, prophecy, and sacrifices.
- Relate Old Testament themes to the New Testament and contemporary African communities.
What it prepares you for
- Religious Studies Teacher
- Theologian
- Pastor
- Religious Leader
- Missionary
- Religious Organizations
- Educational Institutions
- Charitable Organizations
- 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: Methodologies and Currents in Old Testament Theology
Understanding the different scholarly opinions on defining Old Testament Theology requires critical analysis and synthesis.
- Module 2: Endowments, Abuse and Recovery
Unit 1: The Gift of Land
The complex regulations and implications of the Law of Nahalah require careful study and comprehension.
- Module 2: Endowments, Abuse and Recovery
Unit 5: Sacrifice
Grasping the nuances and distinctions between different types of sin offerings demands close attention to detail.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 28 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: Creator and Creation
Unit 1: Methodologies and Currents in Old Testament Theology · 2 hours
Read the introduction to Old Testament Theology.. Define Old Testament Theology and its importance.. Identify barriers to studying Old Testament Theology..
- Week 2Module 1: Creator and Creation
Unit 2: God (Nature and Attributes) · 2 hours
Examine the nature and attributes of God in the Old Testament.. Discuss the names of God and their significance.. Analyze metaphors used to describe God..
- Week 3Module 1: Creator and Creation
Unit 3: Creation (Origin and Providence) · 2 hours
Explore the origin and providence of creation.. Study creation accounts in the Pentateuch.. Analyze creation themes in prophetic literature..
- Week 4Module 1: Creator and Creation
Unit 4: Humanity (Nature and Purpose) · 2 hours
Investigate the nature and purpose of humanity.. Examine humanity as a creature and a thinking being.. Discuss humanity as an ethical and religious being..
- Week 5Module 1: Creator and Creation
Unit 5: Covenants · 2 hours
Analyze the importance of covenants in the Old Testament.. Study the covenants with Adam, Noah, and Abraham.. Examine the Sinai and Davidic covenants..
- Week 6Module 2: Endowments, Abuse and Recovery
Unit 1: The Gift of Land · 2 hours
Understand the concept of land as a gift from God.. Explore regulations about the land.. Discuss the loss of land and the promise of return..
- Week 7Module 2: Endowments, Abuse and Recovery
Unit 2: Sin and Evil · 2 hours
Discover the origin of sin and evil.. Analyze the consequences of sin and evil.. Discuss hermeneutical considerations related to sin and evil..
- Week 8Module 2: Endowments, Abuse and Recovery
Unit 3: Worship · 2 hours
Explore the dynamics of worship in the Old Testament.. Study the Old Testament law and worship.. Analyze the nature of worship in historical books..
- Week 9Module 2: Endowments, Abuse and Recovery
Unit 4: Priesthood · 2 hours
Understand the role of priesthood in the Old Testament.. Examine patriarchal and Aaronic priesthood.. Discuss the legitimating of priestly status and privilege..
- Week 10Module 2: Endowments, Abuse and Recovery
Unit 5: Sacrifice · 2 hours
Analyze the concept of sacrifice in the Old Testament.. Study the history and types of sacrifices.. Discuss the aims of sacrificial acts..
- Week 11Module 3: Other Relevant Subjects
Unit 1: Redemption · 2 hours
Explore redemption stories in the Old Testament.. Study the Day of Atonement.. Analyze the role of fasting..
- Week 12Module 3: Other Relevant Subjects
Unit 2: Mission · 2 hours
Define mission in the Old Testament.. Study God's plan for other nations in the Pentateuch.. Analyze God's plan for other nations in the Prophets..
- Week 13Module 3: Other Relevant Subjects
Unit 3: Community · 2 hours
Explore the concept of community in the Old Testament.. Study community in the Pentateuch and historical books.. Analyze community in wisdom and prophetic books..
Unit 4: Prophecy · 2 hours
Define prophecy in the Old Testament.. Study prophetic methods and messages.. Analyze the role of prophecy in the Old Testament..
Preparing for the exam
- Create a timeline of key events and figures from Unit 1 to understand the historical context of Old Testament Theology.
- Develop flashcards for each attribute of God discussed in Unit 2, including relevant scripture references.
- Compare and contrast the different creation accounts in Unit 3, noting key theological themes and their implications.
- Outline the different covenants discussed in Unit 5, highlighting the parties involved, promises made, and obligations required.
- Create a chart comparing the different types of sacrifices in Module 2, noting their purpose, procedures, and symbolic meaning.
- Practice essay questions on the role of prophecy in the Old Testament, drawing on examples from Units 11-14.
Questions students ask about this course
What is CRS715 about?
This course introduces students to Old Testament Theology, exploring theological ideas with emphasis on God, humanity, sin, redemption, and mission. It examines methodologies and currents in Old Testament Theology, the nature and attributes of God, and the realities of God's creations. Students will analyze covenants, discover the origin of sin and evil, and understand worship, priesthood, prophecy, and sacrifices, relating Old Testament themes to the New Testament and contemporary African communities.
How many units does CRS715 have?
CRS715, Old Testament Theology, has 14 units across 3 modules, over 138 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is CRS715?
CRS715 carries 2 credit units, at 700 level in Arts.
Is CRS715 hard?
CRS715 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical work.
How long does CRS715 take to study?
About 208 hours of study, spread across its 14 units.
How is CRS715 assessed?
CRS715 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments and final examination.
What can I do with CRS715?
Religious Studies Teacher, Theologian, Pastor, Religious Leader and Missionary.