
Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. Readings in primary sources, site visits, classroom lecture, and student presentations are required. Special attention is given to the period of the monarchy.Īn examination of the life of Christ with attention to the historical, cultural, and geographical factors that influenced Christ’s earthly ministry.Ī seminar covering historical, archaeological, and literary aspects of the Second Temple Period (Herodian-New Testament-Roman). Corequisite: IBEX300.Ī careful study of the history of the people and nation of Israel, from Abraham through the restoration period. The class includes hands-on study of the diverse ethnic, political, and religious expression in Israel and the disputed territories (Judea/Samaria/West Bank). The class examines historical events leading up to the formation of modern Israel in 1948, and subsequent significant history to the present time. This course is a lecture and field-based study of the history and society of the modern State of Israel. IBEX340 History & Society of Modern Israel (3) Social, political, cultural, philosophical, and theological developments and contributions will be considered. credit for B102 and/or B201.Īn introduction to modern Hebrew with attention to reading and conversation skills.Ī study of Jewish thought, literature, and culture from the ancient to the modern period. (Required of all IBEX semester participants.) Non-Bible Majors may receive G.E. Regions studied include Judea, Samaria, Dead Sea, Jordan Rift, Galilee, Golan, Jezreel, Negev, and the Coastal District. Attention is given to the interrelationship of geography and geology to history and the subsequent development of civilization in the various regions. Learn more about John Brown University by clicking here.A regionally-based geographic study of the land of Israel with an emphasis on the biblical period.

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JBU'S mission is to provide Christ-centered education that prepares people to honor God and serve others by developing their intellectual, spiritual and professional lives. News & World Report Best Colleges ranking in 2017 and as a "Great College to Work For" by the Chronicle of Higher Education. The university has been recognized as Arkansas' top ranked regional university according to U.S.

JBU people are real people who truly know each other, accept each other and care for each other as they strive to live the Christian life. But beyond the programs, campus life at JBU is about people. Student government, internships, student-led ministries, the student newspaper and intramural sports teams are just a few of the ways you can get involved. JBU has an array of extra-curricular activities, ministries and student services to help connect students with the campus and the community. JBU is a vibrant and growing independent Christian university of the arts, sciences and professions. The university has no denominational affiliation and admits students of any faith.

JBU is a Christian university committed to providing quality academics within a distinctly Christian community. JOHN BROWN UNIVERSITY, founded in Northwest Arkansas in 1919, serves over 2,600 students from 37 nations and 40 states.
