Undergraduate Course Offerings
BIBH 3323 Antisemitism and the Holocaust
A survey of the history of antisemitism from antiquity to the Shoah.
BIBL 4306 Galatians in Jewish Context
A study of Paul’s letter to the Galatians in the light of Second Temple Judaism.
BIBH 3326 Geography of Israel Study Trip
A study trip to the land of Israel that explores its geography and archaeological sites.
BHEB 4303 Hebrew Exegesis
Readings in the Hebrew Bible to develop translation skills.
BHEB 3301 Hebrew I
A study of the basic vocabulary, grammar, and syntax of biblical Hebrew.
BHEB 3302 Hebrew II
The second semester of first-year biblical Hebrew.
BIBH 2302 History of Messianic Judaism
A survey of Messianic Judaism from the first century to the modern era.
BIBH 3322 History of the Jewish People
A survey of Jewish history from the call of Abraham to the modern era.
BIBL 2320 Introduction to Judaism
A survey of the major practices, beliefs, and values of Judaism.
BIBM 2323 Introduction to Synagogue Worship
An introduction to the nature and function of Jewish liturgical prayer.
BIBL 2328 Introduction to the Torah
An examination of the geographical, historical, and theological content of the first five books of the Bible.
BIBT 4310 Jesus, Paul and Torah
A study of the Torah in the light of the teachings of Yeshua and Paul.
BIBL 2327 Jewish Customs and Ceremonies
A study of Jewish practices and customs in Messianic Jewish life.
BIBL 4325 Jewish Ethics
An introduction to ethics in classical Judaism.
BIBL 4303 John in Jewish Context
A survey of the Gospel of John in the light of Second Temple Judaism.
BIBL 4310 Luke-Acts in Jewish Context
A survey of Luke-Acts in the light of Second Temple Judaism.
BIBL 4302 Matthew in Jewish Context
A survey of the Gospel of Matthew in the light of Second Temple Judaism.
APOL 3306 Messianic Apologetics
A study of general, historical, and theological Jewish objections to Jesus.
BIBL 4307 Romans in Jewish Context
A study of Paul’s letter to the Romans in the light of Second Temple Judaism.
BIBL 3306 Studies in the Prophets
A historical, literary, and theological study of a book in the Prophets.
BIBL 3307 Studies in the Writings
A historical, literary, and theological study of a book in the Writings.
BIBL 4326 Survey of Rabbinic Literature
A survey of Rabbinic literature from the Land of Israel.
BIBL 2326 The Jewish Festivals in Messianic Context
A study of the Jewish calendar and its related customs from a Messianic Jewish perspective.
BIBH 3329 The Land of Israel
A survey of the land and State of Israel from a historical and theological perspective.
BIBH 3327 The New Antisemitism
A study of the growing phenomenon of anti-Zionism as a cloaked form of antisemitism.
BIBL 2325 The New Testament and Second Temple Judaism
An introduction to the New Testament as Jewish literature through the study of major themes and select passages.
BIBT 2310 The Shape of Messianic Jewish Theology
An overview of the fundamental shape of Messianic Jewish theology and its relation to traditional Jewish and Christian theologies.
BIBT 2303 To the Jew First
An examination of Israel’s calling to bless the nations and the calling of the nations to bless Israel.
Seminary Course Offerings
BIBH 7326 Israel Study Trip
A study trip to the land of Israel that explores its geography and biblical archaeological sites.
BIBM 6319 Congregational Growth and Development
A study of how to build healthy and vibrant Messianic synagogues.
BIBM 7301 Engaging Antisemitism in the Church and Public Square
A study of how to address antisemitism in the Church and wider society.
BHEB 6303 Hebrew Exegesis
Readings in the Hebrew Scriptures to develop translation and exegesis skills.
BHEB 5301 Hebrew I
An introduction to biblical Hebrew that covers basic vocabulary, grammar and syntax.
BHEB 5302 Hebrew II
The second semester of first-year biblical Hebrew.
BIBH 6322 History of Judaism and the Jewish People
A survey of how the Jewish religion, culture and people have developed over the centuries.
BIBL 7306 Introduction to Midrash
A study of the major works and methods of Midrash.
BIBL 6321 Introduction to Rabbinic Literature
A survey of Rabbinic literature from the Land of Israel in its social, historical, and religious context.
BIBM 7310 Jewish-Christian Relations
A study of Jewish-Christian relations as it relates to Messianic Judaism and Church ministry.
BIBL 8301 Jewish Identity and Continuity
A study of how Jewish identity has been defined and conceptualized in the Jewish community with special attention given to intermarriage and assimilation, conversion, children of intermarriage, liminal identity, DNA tests, and recent demographic studies.
BIBL 5320 Jewish Practices in Messianic Context
A study of the biblical and historical background of Jewish practices and customs.
BIBM 7329 Key Events in the Jewish Life Cycle
A study of Jewish life cycle events such as bar/bat mitzvah and chuppah, and how to officiate at these ceremonies.
APOL 6304 Messianic Jewish Outreach
An examination of the primary general, historical and theological Jewish objections to Jesus.
APOL 7302 Messianic Jewish Apologetics
An advanced study of general, historical and theological Jewish objections to Jesus.
BIBM 8305 Messianic Jewish Communal Boundaries
A study of the center and margins of the Messianic movement with special attention given to the question of how to respond in a constructive way to theologies and behaviors that are currently challenging communal boundaries.
BIBL 8302 Messianic Jewish Ethics
A study of how Messianic Jewish ethics draws from Jewish and Christian ethics with special attention given to ethical questions that uniquely arise within the Messianic community.
BIBL 8303 Messianic Jewish History, Theology, and Practice
A study of the historical development of Messianic Judaism, its theological vision, and the enduring significance of Jewish life in Messiah.
BIBM 6324 Messianic Jewish Pastoral Care
A study of Messianic Jewish pastoral care and counseling.
BIBM 8306 Messianic Jewish Preaching and Teaching
A practical study of homiletics from a Messianic Jewish perspective.
BIBD 6320 Messianic Jewish Spirituality
A study of Messianic Jewish piety, drawing on both Jewish and Christian sources.
BIBD 5300 Messianic Jewish Theology
A study of the unique theological perspective of Messianic Judaism and its relation to traditional Jewish and Christian theologies.
BIBH 5304 Messianic Judaism in Antiquity and the Modern Era
A study of the historical development of Messianic Judaism through the centuries.
BIBM 7331 Pastoral Care Internship I: Counseling and Prayer
An internship that focuses on the role of the rabbi in counseling and praying for people in the Jewish community.
BIBH 6310 Righteous Gentiles and Christian Zionism
A study of non-Jews who risked their lives to save Jews during the Holocaust and of Gentile Christians who have advocated for the State of Israel.
BIBM 7326 Roles of the Messianic Rabbi
A study of how the Messianic rabbi serves as a teacher, halakhist, preacher, counselor, healer and service leader.
BIBM 7328 Services for the High Holy Days and Festivals
A study of the structure, flow, and content of High Holiday and festival services.
BIBM 7327 Shabbat and Weekday Services
A study of the structure, flow, and content of Shabbat and daily services.
BIBH 5320 Studies in Antisemitism and the Holocaust
A historical-theological study of antisemitism through the centuries and its origins.
BIBL 6313 Studies in Galatians and Early Judaism
A study of Paul’s letter to the Galatians with a focus on its Jewish context.
BIBL 7302 Studies in Jewish Ethics
A study of Jewish ethical principles and their application to modern life.
BIBL 6305 Studies in John and Early Judaism
A study of the Gospel of John with a focus on its Jewish context.
BIBL 6306 Studies in Luke-Acts and Early Judaism
A study of Luke-Acts with a focus on its Jewish context.
BIBL 5315 Studies in Matthew and Early Judaism
A study of the Gospel of Matthew with a focus on its Jewish context.
BIBL 6307 Studies in Romans and Early Judaism
A study of Paul’s letter to the Romans with a focus on its Jewish context.
BIBL 5317 Studies in the Jewish Calendar
An examination of the Jewish calendar and its holidays.
BIBM 7302 Studies in the New Antisemitism
A study of antisemitism in the post- Holocaust period.
BIBD 6318 Tanakh
A study of major themes and approaches to the Hebrew Bible that are particularly relevant for Messianic Judaism.
BIBM 6320 The Basics of Synagogue Worship
A study of Jewish liturgy and the ways that it functions in the sacred space of the synagogue.
BIBH 7325 Studies in the Land of Israel
A study of the history of the modern State of Israel and its geography.
BIBD 6319 The New Testament as Jewish Literature
A study of major themes and approaches to the New Testament that are particularly relevant for Messianic Judaism.
BIBM 7330 The Rabbi’s Personal and Professional Relationships
An internship that focuses on interpersonal skills necessary for humble and dynamic leadership.
BIBL 7303 The Talmud
An introduction to the Babylonian Talmud in its social, historical, and religious context.