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Each course comes with outline and PDF books for easy understanding.
Ministry practicum and hands-on projects included in the program.
Develop research and writing skills through academic projects.
Prepare for local and global ministry with a Kingdom focus.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Master of Ancient Israelite Sacrificial Systems (M.AISS) is an advanced theological program designed to provide an in-depth understanding of the sacrificial worship, priesthood, covenant theology, and religious practices of ancient Israel as revealed in the Old Testament. Students will explore the historical, biblical, cultural, and theological significance of Israel's sacrificial system while examining its fulfillment in the person and redemptive work of Christ. This program equips graduates for biblical scholarship, theological teaching, ministry, and deeper interpretation of Scripture from both historical and Christ-centered perspectives.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Sacrificial Worship Theology
Priestly Ministry Studies
Covenant Worship Principles
Old Testament Interpretation
Biblical Exegetical Skills
COURSE STRUCTURE
Semester 1 – Foundations of Sacrificial Systems (12 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
MAISS-501 |
Historical Overview of Ancient Israelite Worship |
3 |
|
MAISS-502 |
Hebrew Language and Exegesis (Sacrificial Texts) |
3 |
|
MAISS-503 |
Ancient Near Eastern Sacrificial Practices |
3 |
|
MAISS-504 |
Research Methodology in Old Testament Studies |
3 |
Semester 2 – Biblical and Theological Framework (12 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
MAISS-511 |
The Torah and Sacrificial Regulations (Leviticus, Numbers, Deuteronomy) |
3 |
|
MAISS-512 |
Prophets and the Critique of Sacrifices |
3 |
|
MAISS-513 |
Temple, Priesthood, and Ritual Purity |
3 |
|
MAISS-514 |
Ministry Practicum I (Teaching & Preaching OT Sacrificial Themes) |
3 |
Semester 3 – Comparative and Applied Studies (12 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
MAISS-521 |
Sacrificial Typology and Christological Fulfillment |
3 |
|
MAISS-522 |
Comparative Religion: Sacrifices in the Ancient World |
3 |
|
MAISS-523 |
Contemporary Relevance of Old Testament Sacrificial Systems |
3 |
|
MAISS-524 |
Elective (Choose One): Biblical Archaeology / Intertestamental Studies / Rabbinic Perspectives on Sacrifice |
3 |
Semester 4 – Research and Advanced Ministry (12 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
MAISS-531 |
Thesis / Major Research Project (25,000–35,000 words) |
6 |
|
MAISS-532 |
Ministry Practicum II (Contextual Application in Teaching & Ministry) |
3 |
|
MAISS-533 |
Elective (Choose One): Messianic Theology / Advanced Biblical Theology / Early Christian Interpretation of Sacrifice |
3 |
PROGRAM AT A GLANCE
Program Duration: 2 Years (4 Semesters)
Total Credit Hours: 48
Delivery Mode: Coursework + Research + Ministry Practicum
Teaching System: Semester System (Distance Learning)
Session Begin: 1st March and 1st September every year
Medium of Instruction: English
Department: Ancient Israel Studies
Faculty: Ancient Israelite Sacrificial Systems
ADMISSION CRITERIA
Applicants must hold a Bachelor of Ancient Israelite Sacrificial Systems or an equivalent degree from an approved institution.
PROGRAM FEES
Per Semester
USD $1200
CAREER & MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES
- Seminary Lecturer
- Church Pastor
- Biblical Researcher
- Theology Consultant
- Christian Educator
- Bible Teacher
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
- Completion of 48 credit hours.
- Passing of a comprehensive examination.
- Completion and defense of a Master’s thesis / major research project (25,000–35,000 words).
- Demonstrated practical ministry project, such as a discipleship module, seminary-level teaching material, or a contextualized theological framework for applying OT sacrificial theology in the modern church.
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