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PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Master of History of Israel’s Neighboring Kingdoms (M.I.N.K.) is an advanced graduate program designed to provide an in-depth historical, biblical, and archaeological study of the nations that interacted with ancient Israel. Students will explore the political, cultural, religious, and military history of kingdoms such as Egypt, Assyria, Babylon, Persia, Moab, Edom, Ammon, Phoenicia, and others, while examining their significance within the biblical narrative. This program integrates biblical scholarship, ancient Near Eastern history, and historical research methods to prepare graduates for advanced teaching, research, biblical interpretation, and ministry focused on the historical world of Scripture.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Ancient Kingdom Studies
Historical Research Skills
Biblical Historical Analysis
Archaeological Interpretation
Cultural Context Understanding
COURSE STRUCTURE
Semester 1 – Foundations of Israelite and Neighboring Kingdoms (12 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
HINK-501 |
Introduction to Ancient Near Eastern Kingdoms |
3 |
|
HINK-502 |
Advanced Old Testament Historical Contexts |
3 |
|
HINK-503 |
Archaeology of Israel and Neighboring Nations |
3 |
|
HINK-504 |
Research Methodology in Historical-Theological Studies |
3 |
Semester 2 – Biblical and Historical Interactions (12 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
HINK-511 |
Israel and Egypt: Political, Cultural, and Religious Relations |
3 |
|
HINK-512 |
Israel and Mesopotamia (Assyria & Babylon) |
3 |
|
HINK-513 |
Israel and Canaanite-Phoenician Worlds |
3 |
|
HINK-514 |
Field Practicum I (Historical-Biblical Fieldwork / Ministry Application) |
3 |
Semester 3 – Theological and Cultural Analysis (12 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
HINK-521 |
Israel and Moab, Ammon, and Edom |
3 |
|
HINK-522 |
Israel and Aram-Damascus |
3 |
|
HINK-523 |
Israel and Philistia: Conflict and Exchange |
3 |
|
HINK-524 |
Elective (Choose One): Comparative Ancient Religions / Prophetic Voices Against the Nations / Intercultural Dialogue in the Biblical World |
3 |
Semester 4 – Research and Advanced Integration (12 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
HINK-531 |
Thesis / Major Research Project (25,000–35,000 words) |
6 |
|
HINK-532 |
Field Practicum II (Community / Ministry Project integrating Ancient Contexts with Contemporary Theology) |
3 |
|
HINK-533 |
Elective (Choose One): Advanced Biblical Geography / Historiography of the Old Testament / Post-Exilic Interactions |
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: History of Israel’s Neighboring Kingdoms
ADMISSION CRITERIA
Applicant must hold a Bachelor of History of Israel’s Neighboring Kingdoms, or an equivalent degree from an approved institution.
PROGRAM FEES
Per Semester
USD $1200
CAREER & MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES
- Christian Historian
- Seminary Instructor
- Biblical Researcher
- Seminary Instructor
- Museum Curator
- Bible College Lecturer
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/educational project (e.g., contextual Bible curriculum, church teaching module on Israel’s neighbors, archaeological-ministry integration, or intercultural dialogue initiative).
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