Biblical Languages

Number of Credits

18 credits

The Biblical Languages Certificate introduces students to the foundational vocabulary, grammar, and syntax of Koine Greek. Students will develop a working knowledge of the language and learn to use original-language study tools for accurate biblical interpretation, exegesis, and sermon preparation.

Classes

Greek 1

Course ID: BL 301

Credit Hours: 3

This is a concentrated introductory course of Koine Greek grammar, vocabulary and syntax. This course is designed to develop a working knowledge of New Testament Greek. Prerequisite: EN 101 with a grade of a “C” or higher, and EN 102

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Greek 2

Course ID: BL 302

Credit Hours: 3

This course is a continuation of BL 301. Special emphasis will be given to the function of case, form, tense, voice, and mood. Some word studies will be done. Prerequisite: BL 301 with a grade of a “C-” or higher

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Greek 3

Course ID: BL 401

Credit Hours: 3

Further training in grammar, vocabulary, and syntax will be given. The student will also translate 1 John as part of the course. Prerequisite: BL 302 with a grade of a “C-” or higher

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Course ID	Credit Hours	Course
BL 301	3	Greek 1 This is a concentrated introductory course of Koine Greek grammar, vocabulary and syntax. This course is designed to develop a working knowledge of New Testament Greek. Prerequisite: EN 101 with a grade of a “C” or higher, and EN 102
BL 302	3	Greek 2 This course is a continuation of BL 301. Special emphasis will be given to the function of case, form, tense, voice, and mood. Some word studies will be done. Prerequisite: BL 301 with a grade of a “C-” or higher
BL 401	3	Greek 3 Further training in grammar, vocabulary, and syntax will be given. The student will also translate 1 John as part of the course. Prerequisite: BL 302 with a grade of a “C-” or higher
BL 402	3	Greek 4 Further training in grammar will be given. The student will translate Philippians during the course and will use hermeneutical techniques to get the meaning of passages. Prerequisite: BL 401 with a grade of a “C-” or higher
EN 101	3	Grammar and Composition 1 This course teaches English grammar and foundational writing concepts on a college level. Because clear writing is developed through good English basics, this class aids the student in development of clear writing and grammar skills that will be further developed in EN 102. Prerequisite: EN 100 or test scoring requirement met
EN 102	3	Grammar and Composition 2 This course is designed to teach the creative art of composition, along with the study and review of word usage and the action of the parts of speech in the written composition. Communicating in a clear, effective, and appropriate manner and writing a collegiate research paper are the objectives of this class. Prerequisite: EN 101