Biblical Languages Emphasis
When you earn a Master of Divinity in Biblical Languages, you’ll be prepared to understand and translate the Bible in the original languages of the Old and New Testaments, primarily Greek and Hebrew. In addition to becoming proficient in understanding and translating these languages, you’ll gain a foundational knowledge of biblical theology, communication skills, and research methods that are critical to effective ministry.
Program update for fall 2024: We have reduced this MDiv program from 87 credit hours to 72 without sacrificing any depth or quality. This change allows you to complete your world-class MTS education faster while being equipped to serve more effectively!
Emphasis Distinctives
Emphasis Distinctives
After you complete this program you will be able to:
- Get trained in the languages, literature, and contexts of the Old and New Testaments.
- Become proficient at textual criticism, exegetical methods, and biblical theology.
- Interpret a biblical text utilizing a variety of methods.
- Understand the intermediate vocabulary, grammar, and syntax of a biblical language.
- Use your biblical language skills to extract sound biblical theology from any passage.
- Critically engage with recent scholarly ideas.
- Study how the Bible relates to life and ministry.