History of Israel
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From Abraham to the Intertestamental Period
FALL SEMESTER 2000
Bethany Lutheran
College
Prof.
Mark DeGarmeaux
Office phone: x429 e-mail: gargy@blc.edu
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- TEXTBOOKS: The Bible (NKJV, NIV, or other)
- A Survey of Israel's History by Leon J. Wood, ©1986,
Zondervan
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- OTHER RESOURCES:
- Chronological Charts of the Old Testament, by John Walton
(Reference)
- The Bible Almanac, edited by Packer, Tenney, and White (Reserve)
- Popular Commentary, by Kretzmann (BS1151 .K7)
- The Harper Atlas of the Bible (G2230 .H47 1987 Atlas
stand)
- Great Bible Stories and Master Paintings (oversize BX
550.2 .R3)
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- EXTENDED BIBLIOGRAPHY (online
only)
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- CATALOG DESCRIPTION: Introduction to and survey of the historical
portions of the Old Testament from the Call of Abraham to the end of the
Old Testament era. The course emphasizes the concepts of the promises of
God, and faith in those promises, which are ultimately fulfilled in the
coming of the Messiah, Jesus of Nazareth.
- Tentative Schedule
- Memorization
- Eras in the History of Israel
- Class Reports
- Book Reports
OTHER RESOURCES:
- Don't believe everything you read! Read critically. There's lots
of wonderful information on the web and in books; there's also lots of
junk. Always ask about the author's presuppositions, philosophy, and view
of Scripture.
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- Internet Links
- Online practice quizzes (BLC students
only)
COURSE OBJECTIVES: Upon completion of this course the student
should:
- 1. Have an overall grasp of the history of Israel from Abraham to the
New Testament.
- 2. Understand how this history relates to God's plan of salvation and
to world history.
- 3. Gain a further knowledge and understanding of the doctrines of salvation,
God's providence, Scripture.
- 4. Gain an appreciation for God's Word and promises as fulfilled in
both the Old and New Testaments, especially concerning Jesus Christ, the
Savior.
COURSE MECHANICS: The student's final grade will be determined
by the total number of points accumulated throughout the semester. Students
will be graded on a strict percentage. The point breakdown is approximately
as follows:
| Quizzes (usually 20 points each) |
260 |
| Memorization of selected verses |
100 |
| Daily/weekly assignments (including 4 chapel reviews on OT texts) |
140 |
| One oral report with printed outline &
powerpoint (5-10 minutes) |
75 |
| One book report (4-5 pages) |
75 |
| Week 4 Test |
50 |
| Mid-Term Test |
100 |
| Week 12 Test |
50 |
| Final Test |
150 |
| TOTAL POINTS-approximate |
1000 |
Also: Each Thursday e-mail me one vocabulary word and definition that
was new to you in your reading or from class, and that are helpful in understanding
the Old Testament.
If you miss a quiz, you must make it up before the next class session.
CREDIT FOR ATTENDANCE AND GRADING SYSTEM
Regular class attendance is expected and the roll will be taken each
class period. If you are sick or have a legitimate reason for missing class
(school activity, for example), phone me and leave a message at x429. If
you arrive late, you may be counted absent. Please see me at the end of
that class hour to explain and to be counted present. Students will receive
or lose credit based on attendance.
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Grade |
% |
Grade |
% |
| 0 absences |
+10 points |
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A |
95-100 |
C+ |
83-84 |
| 1 absence |
+5 points |
|
A- |
93-94 |
C |
79-82 |
| 2 absences |
0 points |
|
B+ |
91-92 |
C- |
77-78 |
| 3 absences |
- 5 points |
|
B |
87-90 |
D+ |
75-76 |
| 4 absences |
-10 points |
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B- |
85-86 |
D |
70-74 |
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D- |
60-69 |
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F |
0-59 |
Send comments to: gargy@blc.edu