The Book of Joshua - Insiders, Outsiders and the Gift of Land

College Wycliffe College
Instructor(s) Wray Beal, Lissa M.
Course Code WYB6131HF
NOTE: Basic degree students enrol in WYB3131HF
Semester First Semester
Section 101
Online No
Credits One Credit
Location Toronto (St George Campus)
Description

The book of Joshua records a crucial moment as Israel transitions from a wilderness people to those in possession of the land promised long-ago to Abraham. The book has encouraged generations of saints. It has also been misused to validate past and present colonial actions and so-called holy wars. New Atheists dismiss it as indicative of the violence inherent in Christian texts and faith. Christians likewise struggle to understand this difficult book. This course, acknowledging the real challenges the book presents, examines its historical situatedness, literary art, and theological message to hear it as Word of God for God's people today.

Schedule Tue
Start Time 9:00
End Time 11:00
Hours Per Week 3
Minimum Enrolment 10
Maximum Enrolment 20
Means of Evaluation
Other
Previously Offered Winter 2023
Currently Offered Fall 2024