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“But when Christ comes in, the Wonderful Counsellor, he takes up the brief, and now the adversary trembles, for...he knows that his case is lost, and that the sinner will go free.” — Charles H. Spurgeon (1834-1892)
Did You Know
The name Isaiah translates into “Salvation of YHWH.”
Course Number: OT510
Professor:
Professor of Divinity, Old Testament and Hebrew at Beeson Divinity School in Birmingham, Alabama
Course Description:
Few Old Testament books are as theologically rich and literarily compelling as Isaiah. Students discover those dynamics as they complete an exegetical study of the book of Isaiah. In addition to surveying the contents of the book, the course develops the understanding and skills of exegetical exposition. In the process, students examine key chapters in Isaiah, such as the promise of Immanuel, the message of hope, and the “Suffering Servant.” The course demonstrates how a proper theology of the Messiah is integral to successful Christian life and ministry.
Course Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:
- Gain a fuller understanding of the Book of Isaiah, becoming familiar with theological motifs, the interpretation of prophetic literature and the major theories about the book.
- Come to a better understanding of doing exegesis in the Old Testament prophetic literature.
- Learn how to apply the findings of exegesis to exposition, and to apply the truths to life.
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