TH 3343

Issues in Dispensationalism

This includes an in-depth examination of the definition, history, and articulation of the system of biblical interpretation known as dispensationalism. The course will provide an overview of the historical roots, major theologians, and sources of dispensationalism. In a positive (nonpolemical) study, this course will consider the major differences between dispensationalism and other orthodox evangelical systems of biblical interpretation. A positive presentation of the current varieties of dispensationalism (i.e., classic and progressive) will consider the validity of the arguments for each perspective. Key issues such as biblical hermeneutics, the relationship of Israel to the church, and the question of salvation in different dispensations will be addressed. This course will enable students to appreciate the biblical basis of dispensationalism and to understand and employ the system of dispensationalism. This course can be credited as a Theology elective.

Units: 3.0