Deerfield, IL
This program is for those who seek a greater understanding of the Hebrew Old Testament as well as its geographical, literary, and cultural background. You will dive deep into Hebrew and have the opportunity to study a second language such as Ugaritic, Syriac, or Aramaic. For those who desire to progress into further postgraduate work, this degree will prepare you well to meet the academic challenges of a doctoral program.
BIBLE AND THEOLOGY CORE: 9 HOURS |
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Course | Title | Credits |
ID 5000 | Biblical Theology and Interpretation | 3 hours |
ST 5201 | Theology I: The God of the Gospel | 3 hours |
ST 5202 | Theology II: The Gospel of God | 3 hours |
OLD TESTAMENT & SEMITIC LANGUAGES CORE: 24 HOURS |
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Course | Title | Credits |
OT 5242 | Hebrew Exegesis | 3 hours |
OT 8911 | OT Studies I: Pentateuch and Historical Books |
2 hours |
OT 8912 | OT Studies II: Poetry and Prophets | 2 hours |
Select 5–6 hours of Hebrew Language from: | ||
Course | Title | Credits |
OT 5250 | Hebrew Reading Skills | 2 hours |
OT 7210 | Exegesis of Genesis | 3 hours |
OT 7230 | Exegesis of Psalms | 3 hours |
OT 7250 | Exegesis of Isaiah | 3 hours |
OT 8000 | Seminar (when topic is Hebrew Studies; approval by dept chair) | 3 hours |
OT 8720 | Advanced Hebrew Exegesis: (Book) | 3 hours |
OT 8729 | Advanced Hebrew Studies: (Topic) | 3 hours |
Select 3 hours of Cognate Languages from: | ||
Course | Title | Credits |
OT 7010 | Biblical Aramaic | 3 hours |
OT 7014 | Extrabiblical Aramaic | 3 hours |
OT 7030 | Ugaritic | 3 hours |
OT 7040 | Syriac | 3 hours |
OT 7410 | West Semitic Inscriptions | 3 hours |
OT 8000 | Seminar (when topic is Cognate Lang; approval by dept chair) | 3 hours |
Select 9 hours of Old Testament Elective Studies from: |
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Course | Title | Credits |
OT 5050 | Geography of Bible Lands | 3 hours |
OT 5060 | Development of the Old Testament Canon | 3 hours |
OT 6251 | Interpreting the Pentateuch and Former Prophets | 3 hours |
OT 6252 | Interpreting the Latter Prophets | 3 hours |
OT 7090 | Old Testament Theology | 3 hours |
OT 7420 | Ancient Near Eastern Religions | 3 hours |
OT 7425 | Egypt and the Bible | 3 hours |
OT 7430 | Origins of Israel | 3 hours |
OT 7432 | Warfare in OT and Ancient NE | 3 hours |
OT 7435 | History of Israel | 3 hours |
OT 7440 | History of the Ancient Near East | 3 hours |
OT 7460 | Qumran Scrolls | 3 hours |
OT 8000 | Seminar: Current Issues (approval by dept chair) |
3 hours |
OT 8723 |
Old Testament Textual Criticism | 3 hours |
ST 7395 | Hermeneutics | 3 hours |
Note: Up to 3 hours of the Capstone may be applied in the Concentration Core | ||
Note: OT 5000, NT 5000, and English Bible courses (OT 5100, NT 5100, NT 5175) are not applicable to the MA program. |
FIELD EDUCATION & CAPSTONE: 1–3 HOURS |
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Field Education |
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Course | Title | Credits |
PT 5090 | Field Ed (two semesters) | –or– |
PT 5090 | Field Ed (one semester) and ID 5080 Formation Group (two semesters) | 0 hours |
MA/OT Capstone (1-3 hours) |
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Course | Title | Credits |
OT 7477 | MA/OT Major Comprehensive Exam | 1 hour |
OT 7485 | MA Thesis | 1–3 hours |
“Trinity Evangelical Divinity School has provided me with the tools to explore, research, and analyze the depths of the Old Testament in a spiritual context. It has prepared me to enter a career of academics and lifelong pursuit embracing and loving the Old Testament.”
Riane McConnell ’22
Experience a classroom setting like none other. At Trinity, you will study under leading theologians, experts, and renowned authors in their specific field. Our professors will not only teach you but invest in your life. Hear from Dr. Monson and faculty how the MA in Old Testament program prepares you for your academic and ministry goals.
Trinity has been entrusted with the Gospel since 1897, and every day we are called to live with purpose. Our purpose as a divinity school is to know the Gospel, live the Gospel and make the Gospel known. In today’s ever-changing culture, Trinity immerses students in a community of biblical orthodoxy and practical living. The Trinity faculty is among the most widely published in evangelical academia and has deeply influenced the leaders shaping the present and future of evangelical Christianity across the globe.
“The Old Testament is a vibrant part of God’s self-revelation. Engaging these books is both life-giving and challenging, offering readers a glimpse of God’s redemptive work that spans ages, languages, contexts, and cultural differences. The MA in Old Testament and Semitic Languages provides students the skills to read this corpus faithfully. With a rich understanding of its significance for ancient readers, Christians are better equipped to appreciate the Old Testament’s relevance for the questions and challenges of contemporary life.”
Michele Knight
Assistant Professor of Old Testament and Semitic Languages
In addition to the requirements for general admission, you’ll need the following:
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