THE 511 The Old Testament In Words and Images

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The Old Testament in Words and Images

Course originally designed and taught by Rev. Sebastian A. Carnazzo, PhD

Currently taught by Dr. Lucy Knouse, Senior Tutor

laknouse77@gmail.com

Pontifex University

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

A survey of all the books of the Old Testament, classified as historical, wisdom and prophetical. This study will examine, with an emphasis in traditional Biblical typology, the revelatory stages of salvation history and the importance of fulfilled prophecy. Throughout the course, the students will be directed to the canon of traditional iconographic representation of significant events of the Old Covenant and, thereby, have a unique understanding both of the truths being considered and the importance of visual imagery in the proclamation of the Faith and ongoing catechesis.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

By the end of this course the students will be able to discuss the Biblical typology present in the Old Testament as it relates to Salvation History.

REQUIRED RESOURCES:

Scott Hahn. A Father Who Keeps His Promises: God’s Covenant Love in Scripture.

Cincinnati, OH: St. Anthony Messenger Press, 1998.

Scott Hahn. Understanding the Scriptures: A Complete Course on Bible Study.

Woodbridge, IL: Midwest Theological Forum, 2007.

RSV CE, Ignatius Press, 2nd Edition, hardcover or leatherette (no paper backs).

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS:

This course is offered asynchronously on our LMS, NEO.  To access the course and complete it successfully, you will need an internet capable device with sound and a current internet browser: either the current or the previous release of Chrome, Firefox and Safari, or Internet Explorer 11+ (for Windows 8 and previous versions), and Microsoft Edge (for Windows 10+) to run the LMS.  In addition, courses require the use of, a PDF viewer, word-processing software compatible with Microsoft Office suite and a current email address. For help with the NEO platform see the Help Center in the LMS, found by clicking on the “?” in the upper right hand corner after you have logged in.  For log in questions, registration questions, or problems with missing content or content malfunctions, contact the teaching assistant, Elizabeth Froula at efroula@pontifex.university.

COURSE SCHEDULE:

Lecture 1     

By the end of this lesson the student will be able to discuss the Biblical typology present in The Book of Genesis, chapters 1-3, as they relate to Salvation History.

• Part 1: Introduction to the Bible and Genesis 1-3
• Part 2: Genesis 1-3
• Part 3: Images of Creation, Adam, and the Fall

Lecture 2     

By the end of this lesson the student will be able to discuss the Biblical typology present in The Book of Genesis, chapters 4-14, as they relate to Salvation History.

• Part 1: Genesis 4-14
• Part 2: Genesis 15-27                 
• Part 3: Images of the Flood and Abraham’s Sacrifice

Lecture 3     

By the end of this lesson the student will be able to discuss the Biblical typology present in The Book of Genesis, chapters 28-50 and The Book of Exodus, chapters 1-12, astray relate to Salvation History.

• Part 1: Genesis 28-50, Exodus 1-12
• Part 2: Exodus 20-32                       
• Part 3: Images of Jacob’s Ladder, Joseph, and the Call of Moses

Lecture 4     

By the end of this lesson the student will be able to discuss the Biblical typology present in The Book of Exodus, chapters 33-40, The Book of Leviticus, and The Book of Numbers, chapters 1-9, as they relate to Salvation History.

• Part 1: Exodus 33-40
• Part 2: Exodus 40 and Leviticus and Numbers 1-9
• Part 3: Images of the Tabernacle and the Ark of the Covenant 

Lecture 5     

By the end of this lesson the student will be able to discuss the Biblical typology present in The Book of Numbers, chapters 10-20, and The Book Deuteronomy, as they relate to Salvation History.

• Part 1: Numbers 10-20
• Part 2: Numbers 21-36 and Deuteronomy
• Part 3: Images of the Wilderness Wandering

Lecture 6     

By the end of this lesson the student will be able to discuss the Biblical typology present in The Book of Joshua, chapters 1-24, The Book of Judges, and The Book of Ruth, as they relate to Salvation History.

• Part 1: Joshua 1-24
• Part 2: Judges and Ruth
• Part 3: Images of the Baptism of Jesus, Book of Revelation 

Lecture 7     

By the end of this lesson the student will be able to discuss the Biblical typology present in The Book of 1 Samuel, and The Book of 2 Samuel, chapters 1-24, as they relate to Salvation History.

• Part 1: 1 Samuel and 2 Samuel 1-24
• Part 2: Images of Samuel and the Anointing of David

Lecture 8     

By the end of this lesson the student will be able to discuss the Biblical typology present in The Book of 2 Samuel, chapter 24, and The Book of 1 Kings, chapters 1-11, as thay relate to Salvation History.

• Part 1: 2 Samuel 24 and 1 Kings 1-6
• Part 2: 1 Kings 6 - 11 (currently unavailable)
• Part 3: Images of Solomon and the Presentation of the Theotokos

Lecture 9     

By the end of this lesson the student will be able to discuss the Biblical typology present in The Book of 1 Kings, chapters 12-22, The Book of 2 Kings, chapters 1-25, and The Book of Chronicles as they relate to Salvation History.

• Part 1: 1 Kings 12 - 22 and Chronicles
• Part 2: 2 Kings 1-25 and Chronicles
• Part 3: Images of Elijah and Elisha

Lecture 10  

By the end of this lesson the student will be able to discuss the Biblical typology present in the wisdom literature, the prophetic literature, and The Book of Psalms, as they relate to Salvation History.

• Part 1: Wisdom Literature and the Psalms
• Part 2: Prophetic Literature
• Part 3: Images of the Prophets

Lecture 11  

By the end of this lesson the student will be able to discuss the Biblical typology present in The Book of Daniel, The Book of Ezra, and The Book of Malachi, as they relate to Salvation History.

• Part 1: Daniel
• Part 2: Ezra and Malachi
• Part 3: Images of Daniel and the Fiery Furnace 

Lecture 12  

By the end of this lesson the student will be able to discuss the Biblical typology present in The Book of 1 Maccabees, chapters 1-16, and the Book of 2 Maccabees, as they relate to Salvation History.

• Part 1: 1 Maccabees 1 - 7
• Part 2: 1 Maccabees 8 - 16 and 2 Maccabees and Images of the Maccabees

Lecture 13  

Review

• Part 1 & 2: New Testament’s Fulfillment of the Old Testament
• Part 3 & 4: The Good News in the OT and NT

EXAM:  There is one final comprehensive exam.  The format is subjective in short essay and you will have 3 hours to complete it.  It is open bible but not open notes.  You may use, however, any notes that are written in your bible so take careful notes in your bible throughout the semester.  Highlight and mark it up.  Just be sure to do it neatly! 

GRADING: The student’s course grade is based on the midterm exam score (50%) and final exam score (50%).

PROPRIETARY INTEREST POLICY:

Faculty are permitted to refer to notable past work and achievements (including publications and educational activities not offered by Pontifex University, and even those offered for personal profit) in their published biography on the Pontifex website and course promotions. In the context of educational activities undertaken for Pontifex University, including videos, live or recorded, teachers, can recommend or bring to the attention such work for students (even if for personal profit, for example, books or podcasts) but only with approval by Pontifex University and when it is related to the teaching purpose of the class.  An instructor’s related work will be noted in the syllabus as appropriate.  Instructors may use their own materials as required in their courses and learning events as long as the materials are appropriate for the particular learning event.

Failure to comply with this policy will result in a warning or administration modification of course materials. Violations of this policy should be reported to the Provost.

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