2 years (4 semesters)
Total Credits 64 Credit Hours
Delivery Mode Coursework + Ministry Practicum
Teaching System Semester System (Distance Learning)
Session Begin 1st March and 1st September every year
Medium of Instruction English
ADMISSION CRITERIA
Applicant must hold a Certificate of History Israel’s Neighboring Kingdoms, or an equivalent certificate from an approved institution.
PROGRAM FEES
Per Semester
USD $200
PROGRAM INFORMATION
Department
Ancient Israel Studies
Faculty
History Israel’s Neighboring Kingdoms
Medium of Instruction
English
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
- Completion of 64 credit hours.
- Passing of a comprehensive examination (written and oral)
- Submission of a Final Ministry Portfolio (Practicum I–IV experiences and reflections)
- Completion of a Practical Ministry Project (e.g., Bible study group, outreach program, discipleship initiative)
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CAREER & MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES
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PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Diploma of History Israel’s Neighboring Kingdoms (Dip.H.I.N.K.) is a specialized academic program designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the historical, political, cultural, and religious relationships between Israel and the surrounding kingdoms of the ancient Near East. This program explores the histories of neighboring nations such as Egypt, Moab, Edom, Ammon, Philistia, Assyria, Babylon, Persia, and others, enabling students to better understand the biblical world, historical events, and their significance for biblical interpretation and theological studies.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Ancient Kingdom Knowledge
Biblical Historical Analysis
Cultural Context Understanding
Archaeological Research Skills
Near Eastern Studies
COURSE STRUCTURE
Semester 1 (15 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
HINK 101 |
Introduction to Israelite Neighboring Kingdoms |
3 |
|
HINK 102 |
Geography and Political Landscapes of the Ancient Near East |
3 |
|
HINK 103 |
Foundations of Ancient Israelite History |
3 |
|
HINK 104 |
Spiritual and Cultural Practices of Neighboring Nations |
2 |
|
HINK 105 |
Research Methods in Biblical and Historical Studies I |
2 |
|
HINK 106 |
Historical Research Practicum I |
2 |
Semester 2 (15 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
HINK 111 |
Egypt and Canaan: Political and Cultural Relations |
3 |
|
HINK 112 |
Mesopotamian Empires and Israel |
3 |
|
HINK 113 |
Religion and Society in Neighboring Kingdoms |
3 |
|
HINK 114 |
Assyrian and Babylonian Influence on Israel |
3 |
|
HINK 115 |
Research Methods in Biblical and Historical Studies II |
2 |
|
HINK 116 |
Historical Research Practicum II |
2 |
Semester 3 (15 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
HINK 201 |
Phoenician Civilization and Israelite Interaction |
3 |
|
HINK 202 |
Moab, Ammon, and Edom: Political and Religious Relations |
3 |
|
HINK 203 |
Systematic Study of Neighboring Kingdoms’ Chronicles |
3 |
|
HINK 204 |
Trade, Diplomacy, and Warfare in the Ancient Near East |
3 |
|
HINK 205 |
Analytical Approaches to Ancient Texts |
2 |
|
HINK 206 |
Historical Research Practicum III |
2 |
Semester 4 (15 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
HINK 211 |
Comparative Studies: Israel and Its Neighbors |
3 |
|
HINK 212 |
Theology and Politics of Neighboring Kingdoms |
3 |
|
HINK 213 |
Ethics, Leadership, and Governance in Ancient Kingdoms |
3 |
|
HINK 214 |
Capstone Project: Interpreting Ancient Historical Relations |
3 |
|
HINK 215 |
Research & Writing for Historical Analysis |
2 |
|
HINK 216 |
Historical Research Practicum IV |
2 |
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