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Biblical Studies

Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary

United States of America, Beverly Cove

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Duration24 month(s)

Tuition Fee

USD 665 / Year

Apply DateJuly 1, 2021

Next IntakeSeptember 7, 2021

Biblical Studies

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Overview Develop a strong biblical foundation and prepare for various forms of ministry or further studies with the Master of Arts (Biblical Studies). You’ll receive an advanced understanding of the Old and New Testament with emphasis on the original Hebrew, Aramaic and Greek texts. Building on our long-standing commitment to and respect for the original language, the MABS will challenge you go deeper into God’s Word through exegesis courses in the original languages.Degree GoalsTo understand the basic content and themes of the Old and New Testaments in their historical and cultural settings as well as the historical and theological dimensions of the Christian faithTo gain an intermediate competency with biblical Hebrew and Greek in order to develop exegetical and hermeneutical skills using the original languages, and also to acquire competency in ancient languages other than Hebrew and GreekIn keeping with the highest tradition of Christian scholarship, to develop advanced skills for biblical research and writing, using original languages, and to develop an awareness of important bibliographic resourcesTo foster love for God and his Word and therefore to cultivate the practices of spiritual maturity and Christ-like character, and to understand the Christian's ethical responsibility in church and societyTo acquire a biblical perspective and Christian worldview on the forces in our culture and to learn to engage those as they are at work both outside and inside the life of the churchTo understand the historical and theological development of the Christian faith in order to integrate this faith with global ethical and missiological issues. I want to find another Master Course

Master of Arts (Biblical Studies) students are typically interested in pursuing doctoral work, for which this degree is excellent preparation. Others are full-time pastors, bi-vocational pastors or non-ordained staff seeking to increase their ministry effectiveness in the church, workplace or other vocations.

Disciplines

Religious Studies & Theology

Requirements

Other Requirements

1Online application including a) Personal statements addressing questions about vocational goal, church involvement, encouragement from others, reasons for applying to Gordon-Conwell and an assessment of strengths and weaknesses and b) a brief autobiography.Official transcripts sent directly from all colleges and institutions of higher education attended.Three written recommendations Church endorsement form completed and signed by a church official at the church you currently attend. Application fee of $50 (U.S.) for the online application or $100 for the paper application.TOEFL score (international students only).

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Biblical Studies

Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary

United States of America, Beverly Cove

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