COURSE CODE: CRS815 COURSE TITLE: PROPHETIC BOOKS/WISDOM .
CRS815Prophetic Books and Wisdom LiteratureNATIONAL OPEN UNIVERSITY OF NIGERIAFACULTY OF ARTSCOURSE CODE: CRS815COURSE TITLE:PROPHETIC BOOKS/WISDOMLITERATURE1
CRS815Prophetic Books and Wisdom LiteratureCOURSE GUIDECodeCTH 815Course TitleProphetic Books and Wisdom LiteratureCourse Developer/WriterRev. Dr. Amadi E. AhiamaduUniversity of Port Harcourt.P.M.B 5323, Choba-Port HarcourtCourse EditorDr. Miracle AjahNational Open University of NigeriaVictoria Island, Lagos.Course coordinatorRev. Dr. Jacob A. OwolabiNational Open University of NigeriaVictoria Island, Lagos.Programme LeaderDr. Godwin I. AkperNational Open University of NigeriaVictoria Island, Lagos.2
CRS815CTH 815Prophetic Books and Wisdom LiteraturePROPHETIC BOOKS AND WISDOM LITERATURE3
CRS815Prophetic Books and Wisdom LiteratureCTH 815PROPHETIC BOOKS AND WISDOM LITERATURENATIONAL OPEN UNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA4
CRS815Prophetic Books and Wisdom LiteratureCOURSE GUIDECTH 815PROPHETIC BOOKS AND WISDOM LITERATURECourse Developer/WriterRev. Dr. Amadi E. AhiamaduDepartment of Religious & Cultural Studies,Faculty of Humanities,University of Port HarcourtCourse ReviewerDr. Uzoma Amos DikeDepartment of Religious Studies,National Open University of Nigeria, AbujaCourse EditorProf. Zamani B. KafangDepartment of Christian Religious StudiesKaduna State University, Kaduna5
CRS815Prophetic Books and Wisdom LiteratureCONTENTSPageIntroduction-------viiWhat you will learn in this course ------viiCourse Aims ---------viiCourse Objectives--------viiiWorking through this course------ixCourse materials--------ixStudy units--------ix----ix---ixModule 3: Wisdom Literature and Old Testament Theology- -x--Module 1: Historical Origin, Nature andDevelopment of Prophecy--Module 2: Major and Minor ProphetsTextbooks and References -------xAssignments File--------xiPresentation Schedule-------xiAssessment-------xiTutor Marked Assignments (TMAS)-----xiFinal Examination and Grading------xiiCourse Marking Scheme-------xiiCourse Overview-------xiiHow to get the best from this course-----xiiiTutors and TutorialsSummary------------xv-------xv6
CRS815Prophetic Books and Wisdom LiteratureIntroductionCTH 815 Prophetic Books and Wisdom Literature is a one Semester 3 credit unit course. It willbe available toward the award of the Postgraduate degree in Christian Religious Studies. Thecourse is also available to anybody who is interested in the study of the place of Prophecy andWisdom in Old Testament Christian theology. The course will consist of 14 units and it willexamine Historical origin, nature and development of Prophecy in Israel and a reading of some books of theMajor and Minor Prophets (e.g. Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, Amos, Hosea, etc.). It will also examine a theologicalstudy of themes in Wisdom Literature including the five major Wisdom books – Job, Psalms,Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Songs of Solomon, and with occasional references to Ben Sira andWisdom of Solomon. The material has been especially developed for students in Africancontext with particular focus on Nigeria.There are no compulsory prerequisites for this course. The course guide tells you briefly whatthe course is all about, what you are expected to know in each unit, what course materials youwill be using and how you can work your way through these materials. It also emphasizes theneed for Tutor-Marked Assignments (TMAs). Detailed information on (TMAs) is found in aseparate file, which will be sent to you later.There are periodic tutorial classes that are linked to this course.What you will learn in this courseThe overall aim of CTH 815: Prophetic Books and Wisdom Literature will lead you to thestudy of the origins and development of the Prophetic Movements in Israel, paying attention to their presence inthe Historical Books and in the Prophets. You will learn about the cycles of Prophecy in Israel, therole of prophecy in Israelite society and the relevance of Prophecy in African Society.You will also be exposed to the theological ideas found in Wisdom Literature with aparticular emphasis on God, creation, redemption and the whole concept of theodicy.Wisdom Literature is a part of Old Testament theology which in turn is part of BiblicalTheology. Therefore, our study of the theological themes of Wisdom Literature will includethe witness of Wisdom to Jesus Christ in the New Testament.Your understanding of Wisdom Literature will equip you to explain the Christian faith toother people – Christians and non-Christians.You will find Wisdom Literature to be an enriching study as you benefit from insights of otherBiblical theologians.Course AimsThe aim of this course (CTH 815 – Prophetic Books and Wisdom Literature) is to expose theorigins and development of the Prophetic Movements in Israel, paying attention to their presence in the HistoricalBooks and in the Prophets. It also discusses Ancient Near Eastern background, sources, origin and principal genresof Wisdom Literature in the Old Testament, Structural and stylistic analysis of selected passages; Development ofprincipal themes and proverbs in Africa etc.7
CRS815Prophetic Books and Wisdom LiteratureThis will be achieved by: Introducing you to the Historical origin, nature and development of Prophecy in Israel and a reading ofsome books of the Major and Minor Prophets (e.g. Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, Amos, Hosea, etc.)Exposing you to the cycles of Prophecy in IsraelRevealing the role of prophecy in Israelite society from the point of view of the Covenant.Examining the relevance of Prophecy in African Society Introducing you to the Methodologies and Currents in Wisdom Literature Discussing the nature and attributes of God in Wisdom Literature Exposing you to the realities of Wisdom in creation and redemption and theendowments of God to humanity. Analysing the importance of suffering and adversities in the practical outworking ofWisdom in humanity‟s relationship to the God and to one another. Attempting to discover the hidden meaning of theodicy – why do the righteous most-attimes suffer and the wicked sometimes prosper? And to explore the provisions made inWisdom Literature for overcoming adversity and for the triumph of good over evil. Equipping you with a better understanding of the dynamics of Wisdom in both humanand divine matters. Analysing the future of Wisdom Literature in African context.Course ObjectivesTo achieve the above course aims, there are set objectives for each study unit, which are alwaysincluded at the beginning. The student should read them before working through the unit.Furthermore the student is encouraged to refer to the objectives of each unit intermittently as thestudy of the unit progresses. This practice would promote both learning and retention of what islearned. Stated below are the wider objectives of this course as a whole. By meeting thoseobjectives you should have achieved the aims of the course as a whole.On successful completion of the course, you should be able to: Define prophecyState the Historical origin, nature and development of Prophecy in Israel and a reading of some books of the Major and Minor Prophets (e.g. Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, Amos, Hosea, etc.)Analyse the role of prophecy in Israelite society from the point of view of the CovenantState the relevance of Prophecy in African Society Define the Methodologies and Current in Wisdom LiteratureDefine the nature and attributes of God in Wisdom Literature especially the theologicalissue of theodicy.Analyse the importance of wisdom in humanity‟s relationship to God and to one another.Become conscious and work towards the future of Wisdom Literature in African context.Working through this CourseTo complete this course, you are required to read the study units, read recommended books andread other materials provided by the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN). Each unit8
CRS815Prophetic Books and Wisdom Literaturecontains self-assessment exercises, and at points during the course you are required to submitassignments for assessment purposes. At the end of this course there is a final examination.Below you will find listed all the components of the course and what you have to do.Course MaterialsMajor components of the course are:1. Course Guide2. Study Units3. Textbooks4. Assignment File5. Presentation ScheduleIn addition, you must obtain the materials. You may contact your tutor if you have problemsobtaining the text materials.Study UnitsThere are three modules, eighteen study units in this course, as follows:MODULE 1: PROPHECY IN OLD TESTAMENT THEOLOGY: ISSUES ANDAPPROACHESUnit 1: Historical Origin, nature and development of Prophecy in IsraelUnit 2: The Former Prophetic BooksUnit 3: The Role of Prophecy in Israelite Society from the point of view of theCovenantMODULE 2: THE LITERARY/CLASSICAL PROPHETSUnit 4: The Neo-Assyrian PeriodUnit 5: Early Pre-Exilic ProphetsUnit 6: late Pre-Exilic ProphetsUnit 7: The Neo-Babylonian PeriodUnit 8: The Exilic ProphetsUnit 9: The Persian PeriodUnit 10: The Post-Exilic Prophets9
CRS815Prophetic Books and Wisdom LiteratureMODULE 3: WISDOM LITERATURE AND OLD TESTAMENT THEOLOGY:ISSUES AND APPROACHESUnit 11: Issues in Wisdom LiteratureUnit 12: The Place of Wisdom in Old Testament TheologyUnit 13: Theology and Moral Discourse in ProverbsUnit 14: Theodicy and the Sovereignty of God in Job.Unit 15: Cosmology and Anthropology in the Testament of Qoheleth (Ecclesiastes).Unit 16: Theology and Praise in the book of Psalm.Unit 17: Relationship and Redemption in Canticles (Songs of Solomon).Unit 18: Development of Principal Themes and Proverbs in AfricaPlease note that Module 1 introduces you to the concepts of Prophecy and Wisdom in the OldTestament. The next Module 2 addresses the Major and Minor Prophets in Israel, the crisis thatbrought them the limelight and their message/theology. Module 3 takes you through thetheological contents and the practical outworking of Redemption in the various Wisdom booksof the Old Testament canon – Proverbs, Job, Ecclesiastes, the Psalms and Songs of Solomon,occasionally referring to Ben Sira and Wisdom of Solomon.Each unit contains a number of self-tests. In general, these self-tests question you on thematerial you have just covered or require you to apply it in some ways and, thereby, help you togauge your progress and to reinforce your understanding of the material. Together with tutormarked assignments, these exercises will assist you in achieving the stated learning objectivesof the individual units and of the course.Textbooks and ReferencesThe student is encouraged to buy the under-listed books (and more) recommended for thiscourse and for future use.1. The Holy Bible (RSV or NIV).2. Adeyemo, T. African Bible Commentary. Nairobi: Word Alive, 2006.3. Ahiamadu, A.E. Biblical Hermeneutics – Methods and Tools for Interpreting andApplying the Bible to Africa – A Postcolonial Maximalist Approach. Enugu: SIVC,20124. Albright, W. F. “The Goddess of Life and Wisdom” AJSL 36 (1919-1920) 258-94.5. Bromiley, G.W. (ed) The Encyclopaedia of Christianity 2 A-D Grand Rapids:Eerdmans, 2001.10
CRS815Prophetic Books and Wisdom Literature6. Bullock, C. Hassell. An Introduction to the Old Testament Prophetic Books. MoodyPublishers: Chicago, 2007.7. Hill, Andrew E. and John H. Walton. A Survey of the Old Testament. Grand Rapids:Zondervan, 2000.8. Hinson, David F. Old Testament Introduction 2: The Books of the Old Testament.SPCK: London, 1974.9. Janzen, Waldemar Old Testament Ethics – A Paradigmatic Approach. Louisville:Westminster/John Knox, 1994.10. Nyoyoko, V. G. A Thematic Guide to the Old Testament Literature. Port Harcourt:University Press, 2012.11. Perdue, Leo G. “Wisdom in the Book of Job” in In Search of Wisdom: Essays inMemory of John G. Gammie, eds Leo G. Perdue et al (Louisville: Westrminster / JohnKnox, 1993).12. Perdue, Leo G. Wisdom and Creation. The Theology of Wisdom Literature. Nashville:Abingdon Press, 1994.13. Rahner, K. Encyclopaedia of Theology (New York: Harper and Row, 2000).14. Schultz, Samuel J. and Smith, Gary V. Exploring the Old Testament. Oasis InternationalLtd: Jos, 2001.15. Waltke, Bruce K. An Old Testament Theology. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 2007.Assignment FileIn this file, you will find all the details of the work you must submit to your tutor for marking.The marks you obtain from these assignments will count towards the final mark you obtain forthis course. Further information on assignments will be found in the Assignment File itself andlater in this Course Guide in the section on assessment.Presentation ScheduleThe Presentation Schedule included in your Course materials gives you the important dates forthe completion of tutor marked assignments and attending tutorials. Remember, you arerequired to submit all your assignments by the due date. You should guard against laggingbehind in your work.AssessmentThere are two aspects to the assessment of the course. First are the tutor marked assignments;second, there is the written examination. In tackling the assignments, you are expected to applyinformation and knowledge acquired during this course. The assignments must be submitted to11
411 1 1 – 4CRS815Prophetic Books and Wisdom Literatureyour tutor for formal assessment in accordance with the deadlines stated in the AssignmentFile. The work you submit to your tutor for assessment will count for 30% of your total coursemark.At the end of the course, you will need to sit for a final three-hour examination. This will alsocount for 70% of your total course mark.Tutor Marked Assignments (TMAS)There are fourteen major marked assignments in this course. You need to submit all theassignments. The best five (i.e. the highest five of the fourteen marks) will be counted. Thetotal marks for the best four (4) assignments will be 30% of your total mark.Assignment questions for the units in this course are contained in the Assignment File. Youshould be able to complete your assignments from the information and materials in your settextbooks, reading and study units. However, you are advised to use other references tobroaden your viewpoint and provide a deeper understanding of the subject.When you have completed each assignment, send it together with form to your tutor. Make surethat each assignment reaches your tutor on or before the deadline given. If, however, youcannot complete your work on time, contact your tutor before the assignment is done to discussthe possibility of an extension.Final Examination and GradingThe examination will consist of questions which reflect the type of self-testing, practiceexercises and tutor-marked problems you have come across. All areas of the course will beassessed.You are advised to revise the entire course after studying the last unit before you sit for theexamination. You will find it useful to review your tutor-marked assignments and thecomments of your tutor on them before the final examination.Course Marking SchemeThe table shows how the actual course marking is broken down.AssessmentMarksAssignmentFour assignments, bestthree marks of the fourcount at 30% of coursemarks12
CRS815Prophetic Books and Wisdom LiteratureFinalExamination70% of overallmarkscourseTotal100% of course marksTable 1: Course Marking SchemeCourse OverviewThis table brings together the units, the number of weeks you should take to complete them,and the assignments that follow them.UnitTitle of workWeek‟s activity Assessment (endof unit)Course guide1Module 1Unit1Historical Origin, Nature and 1Development of Prophecy in IsraelAssignment 12The Pre-classical (Former) Prophetic 2BooksAssignment 23The Role of Prophecy in Israelite 3Society from the point of view of theCovenantAssignment 34The RelevanceAfrican CultureAssignment 4ofProphecyin 4Module 2Unit1The Neo-Assyrian Classical Prophetic Era5Assignment 52Early Pre-Exilic Prophets6Assignment 613
CRS815Prophetic Books and Wisdom Literature3Late Pre-Exilic Prophets7Assignment 74The Neo-Babylonian Classical Prophetic Era8Assignment 85The Exilic Prophets9Assignment 96The Persian Classical Prophetic Era10Assignment 107.The Post-Exilic Prophets11Assignment 11Module 3Unit1Ancient Near Eastern Background of the Old 12Testament Wisdom LiteratureAssignment 122Sources, Origin and Principal Genres of 13Wisdom Literature in the Old TestamentAssignment 13Theology and Moral Discourse in Proverbs14Assignment 14the 15Assignment 153Cosmology and Anthropology inTestament of Qoheleth (Ecclesiastes)4Theology and Praise in the book of Psalm.16Assignment 165Relationship and Redemption in Canticles 17(Songs of Solomon)Assignment 176Development of PrincipalProverbs in AfricaAssignment 187REVISION198EXAMINATION20TOTAL19wksThemes14and 18
CRS815Prophetic Books and Wisdom LiteratureTable 2 : Course OverviewHow to Get the best from the CourseIn distance learning the study units replace the university lecturer. This is one of the great advantages ofdistance learning; you can read and work through specially designed study materials at your own pace, andat a time and place that suit you best. Think of it as reading the lecture instead of listening to the lecturer.In the same way a lecturer might give you some reading to do, the study units tell you when to read yourbooks or other material. Just as a lecturer might give you an in-class exercise, your study units provideexercises for you to do at appropriate points.Each of the study units follows a common format. The first item is an introduction to the subject matter ofthe unit and how a particular unit is integrated with the other units and the course as a whole. Next is a setof learning objectives. These objectives enable you know what you should be able to do by the time youhave completed the unit. You should use these objectives to guide your study. When you have finishedthe units you must go back and check whether you have achieved the objectives. If you make a habit ofdoing this you will significantly improve your chances of passing the course.The main body of the unit guide you through the required reading from other sources. This will usually beeither from your set books or from a Reading section.Remember that your tutor‟s job is to assist you. When you need help, don‟t hesitate to call and ask yourtutor to provide it.1.Read this Course Guide thoroughly.2. Organize a study schedule. Refer to the ‘Course overview’ for more details. Note the time you areexpected to spend on each unit and how the assignments relate to the units. Whatever method you chose touse, you should decide on it and write in your dates for working on each unit.3. Once you have created your own study schedule, do everything you can to stick to it. The majorreason that students fail is that they lag behind in their course work.4.Turn to Unit 1 and read the instruction and the objectives for the unit.5. Assemble the study materials. Information about what you need for a unit is given in the „Overview‟at the beginning of each unit. You will almost always need both the study unit you are working on and oneof your set books on your desk at the same time.6. Work through the unit. The content of the unit itself has been arranged to provide a sequence for youto follow. As you work through the unit you will be instructed to read sections from your set books orother articles. Use the unit to guide your reading.7. Review the objectives for each study unit to confirm that you have achieved them. If you feel unsureabout any of the objectives, review the study material or consult your tutor.15
CRS815Prophetic Books and Wisdom Literature8. When you are confident that you have achieved a unit‟s objectives, you can then start on the nextunit. Proceed unit by unit through the course and try to pace your study so that you can keep yourself onschedule.9. When you have submitted an assignment to your tutor for marking, do not wait for its return beforestarting on the next unit. Keep to your schedule. When the assi
CRS815 Prophetic Books and Wisdom Literature 7 Introduction CTH 815 Prophetic Books and Wisdom Literature is a one Semester 3 credit unit course. It will be available toward the award of the Postgraduate degree in Christian Religious Studies. The
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