An In-Depth Study of the Old Testament Poetic Books

Discover the Poetry of the Bible and unlock a deeper understanding of ancient wisdom! While many focus on Shakespeare and Hemingway, the Bible contains stunning literature written in beautiful poetic styles over 4,000 years ago. This course delves into five remarkable Old Testament poetic books: Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and Song of Songs.

We'll explore the core themes of each book, learning how to interpret them as rich literary works, distinct from narrative or prophecy. This course empowers you to interpret these powerful texts in a meaningful and personally relevant way.

The learning experience includes:

• Content-rich pre-recorded lectures: Gain in-depth knowledge of each book.
• Worksheets: Reinforce learning with practical exercises based on lecture content.
• Assignments: Apply your understanding through thoughtful assignments after each class.

Course Structure:

• Midterm Exam: Covers the first six classes.
• Final Exam: Comprehensive assessment covering the last four weeks.
• Research Project: Choose a passage of poetry from the Bible and apply all the tools and techniques learned throughout the course. This allows for in-depth exploration and demonstrates mastery of the material.

Whether you're passionate about English Literature or seeking a deeper spiritual connection, this course offers a fascinating journey into ancient Biblical Literature.

Course Schedule:

• Class 1: Introduction to the Poetic Books
• Class 2: First Look at Job Part 1
• Class 3: Detailed Look at Job Part 2
• Class 4: Ecclesiastes
• Class 5: First Look at Proverbs Part 1
• Class 6: Detailed Look at Proverbs Part 2
• Class 7: Open-Book Midterm Exam
• Class 8: First Look at Psalms Part 1
• Class 9: Detailed Look at Psalms Part 2
• Class 10: Song of Songs
• Class 11: Research Project of your choice
• Class 12: Open-Book Final Exam