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BIBST 5/345 The Land of the Bible - Credit Hours: 2

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Course Description

By the end of the 10-day course, you’ll see the Bible through a whole new lens—literally and figuratively. You’ll gain a deep understanding of the geography of the Land of the Bible and how features like terrain, water sources, and weather patterns influenced ancient life, travel, agriculture, and conflict. You’ll learn how physical settings shaped the historical and theological development of both the Old and New Testaments. Most importantly, you’ll begin to use geography as a tool for interpretation—bringing new clarity and richness to the way you read Scripture. Whether you're a student, pastor, educator, or lifelong learner, this course will strengthen your biblical insight and lay a foundation for lifelong engagement with God’s Word.

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Course Objectives

In The Land of the Bible, you won’t just learn about Scripture—you’ll step into it. Over the course of 10 unforgettable days, you'll engage in immersive field studies that take you from the hills of Judea to the shores of Galilee and across key regions like the Shephelah, Negev, and Jerusalem. Before your journey begins, you’ll complete thoughtfully designed pre-arrival assignments, including map work and video lectures, that lay a strong foundation for what’s to come. Once on-site, you’ll explore archaeological landmarks, hike through biblical landscapes, and experience the land that shaped the stories of the Bible. Each day invites you to reflect, connect, and discover how geography breathes life into the biblical narrative. This course is academically rich, physically active, and spiritually meaningful—crafted to be a truly transformative experience.

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J.R. Briggs

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Marsha Wright

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Dongwook Joo

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Greg Olson

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Jerusalem Campus

3 Aravnah HaYevosi
9101202

P.O. Box 1276, Mt. Zion
9101202 Jerusalem, Israel

02-671-8628 (inside Israel)
+972-2-671-8628 (outside Israel)

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