World Religion
Christianity: The Old Testament
3 credits | Fully Online | Self-Paced (28 days–6 months)
Course Overview
This course provides a comprehensive study of the Old Testament as Sacred Scripture within the Christian tradition.
Students will explore the historical, literary, and theological dimensions of the Old Testament, with attention to its covenantal themes, narrative structure, law, poetry, prophecy, and wisdom literature.
Emphasis is placed on understanding the Old Testament in its ancient Near Eastern context while also examining its enduring significance for Christian faith, theology, and practice.
$530 (Includes registration, textbook, and technology fees)
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
Identify the major divisions, genres, and themes of the Old Testament.
Summarize the historical and cultural contexts of key Old Testament texts.
Explain central theological concepts such as covenant, law, sacrifice, kingdom, prophecy, and wisdom.
Articulate how the Old Testament contributes to Christian theology and doctrine.
Interpret Old Testament passages using basic exegetical and literary methods.
Evaluate different Christian approaches to Old Testament interpretation.
