Torah and Prophets: Exodus – 2 Kings

This course studies the Old Testament as Christian Scripture by examining Exodus through 2 Kings with a focus on the women and men who formed and preserved Israel. The prophets and prophetic books that relate to this period will also be read and interpreted.

  • Course Categories: Biblical Studies
  • Science Topics: Life Sciences, Physics and Cosmos
  • Syllabus: Torah and Prophets
  • Tags:
    evolution, cosmology, Hebrew Bible, torah and prophes, life sciences, biblical studies, evangelical, conservative protestant

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