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National College Credit Recommendation Service

Board of Regents  |  University of the State of New York

Anchor Bible College | Evaluated Learning Experience

Bible 215 Psalms

Length: 

 48 hours (16 weeks).

Location: 
Anchor Bible College, 2100 Ellsworth Rd., Ypsilanti, MI
Dates: 

August 2023 - Present. 

Instructional delivery format: 
Traditional classroom model
Learner Outcomes: 

Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: identify the structure of the Psalter and its various collections, while recognizing key theological themes, including Messianic connections throughout the Psalms; explain the historical and contemporary use of the Psalms in worship and personal devotional practices, articulating their significance in both ancient and modern contexts; apply exegetical methods to select psalms; analyze the literary forms and structures of the Psalms, distinguishing how these elements contribute to the overall message and theological depth of the text; develop practical applications for selected psalms, creating strategies for incorporating these texts into Sunday school, children’s church, and homeschooling contexts; evaluate the impact of the Psalms on personal faith and corporate worship, assessing their relevance and significance in the life of the believer today.

Instruction: 

This course involves an in-depth study of the book of Psalms. Topics  include the structure of the Psalter, collections of Psalms within the Psalter, the theology of the  Psalter (including Messianic connections), the use of Psalms in worship from ancient times to  today, the use of the Psalms in personal devotional practices from ancient times to today, the  exegesis of select psalms, and the practical application of select psalms to people’s lives.

Credit recommendation: 

 In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Bible Studies, Religion, or as a general elective (3/25).

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