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Ministry practicum and hands-on projects included in the program.
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PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Master of Israelite Festival Studies (MIFS) is an advanced graduate program designed to provide an in-depth biblical, historical, theological, and cultural understanding of the sacred festivals of ancient Israel. Students will explore the meaning, symbolism, and prophetic significance of the biblical feasts while examining their relevance for Christian faith, worship, discipleship, and biblical interpretation. This program equips pastors, teachers, researchers, and ministry leaders with the knowledge and analytical skills needed to teach the biblical festivals accurately, appreciate their fulfillment in Scripture, and apply their spiritual lessons within contemporary Christian ministry.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Biblical Festival Knowledge
Prophetic Feast Interpretation
Old Testament Theology
Biblical Worship Principles
Hebrew Cultural Understanding
COURSE STRUCTURE
Semester 1 – Foundations of Israelite Worship (12 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
MIFS-501 |
Introduction to Israelite Festal Traditions |
3 |
|
MIFS-502 |
Advanced Old Testament Hermeneutics |
3 |
|
MIFS-503 |
Historical Background of Ancient Israelite Religion |
3 |
|
MIFS-504 |
Research Methodology in Judaic Studies |
3 |
Semester 2 – The Torah and the Festivals (12 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
MIFS-511 |
The Passover and the Exodus Tradition |
3 |
|
MIFS-512 |
The Feast of Weeks (Shavuot): Covenant and Pentecost |
3 |
|
MIFS-513 |
The Feast of Booths (Sukkot): Wilderness and Eschatology |
3 |
|
MIFS-514 |
Ministry Practicum I (Festal Observance in Contemporary Faith) |
3 |
Semester 3 – The Prophets, Writings, and Second Temple Traditions (12 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
MIFS-521 |
Prophetic Interpretations of the Festivals |
3 |
|
MIFS-522 |
Festival Practices in the Second Temple Period |
3 |
|
MIFS-523 |
The Psalms and Israel’s Liturgical Calendar |
3 |
|
MIFS-524 |
Elective (Choose One): Comparative Ancient Near Eastern Festivals / Intertestamental Literature and Festivals / Greco-Roman Influences on Jewish Worship |
3 |
Semester 4 – Research and Theological Integration (12 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
MIFS-531 |
Thesis / Major Research Project (25,000–35,000 words) |
6 |
|
MIFS-532 |
Ministry Practicum II (Festivals in the Church and Modern Judaism) |
3 |
|
MIFS-533 |
Elective (Choose One): Messianic Fulfillment of the Festivals / Liturgical Theology / Comparative Religion and Sacred Times |
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: Israelite Festival Studies
ADMISSION CRITERIA
Applicant must hold a Bachelor of Israelite Festival Studies or an equivalent degree in Biblical or Religious Studies from an approved institution.
PROGRAM FEES
Per Semester
USD $1200
CAREER & MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES
- Bible Teacher
- Seminary Lecturer
- Biblical Researcher
- Ministry Leader
- Christian Educator
- Conference Speaker
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 impact project (such as designing a church calendar rooted in biblical feasts, conducting a contextualized Passover Seder, or community festal teaching program).
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