Master of Divinity in Biblical Languages—Online

Gain an Expert Understanding of God’s Word Through Its Original Languages

Your Master of Divinity in Biblical Languages will prepare you 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, hermeneutics, communication skills, and research methods that are critical to effective ministry.

Our online program will allow you to study in flexible formats that fit your demanding schedule and needs. You’ll also be equipped to apply what you’re learning in practical ministry.

This program is also offered on our Chicago and Michigan campuses

Program Plan (pdf)

Here’s How We’ll Prepare You for Ministry

Through your Master of Divinity in Biblical Languages, you will:
Become proficient at textual criticism, exegetical methods, and biblical theology.
Understand the intermediate vocabulary, grammar, and syntax of a biblical language.
Use strong biblical language skills to extract sound biblical theology from any passage.
Critically engage with recent scholarly ideas.

This degree is accredited by the following institutions, giving you further confidence in a Moody education.

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Association for Biblical Higher Education

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Association of Theological Schools

Higher Learning Commission

Life at Moody Online

Moody Online will welcome you into a diverse online community of fellow students from around the world, encouraging you to build relationships as you learn online. You’ll also:

  • Deepen your biblical knowledge in every class.
  • Apply what you learn in your real-life ministry.
  • Grow spiritually as you pursue God’s calling on your life.
  • Watch chapel online.
  • Access library services.
  • Attend MTS lecture webinars.

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