Study the Old Testament in its original language.
The Graduate Certificate and Advanced Graduate Certificate in Hebrew Exegesis is designed for students who seek intensive study of Hebrew through the books of the Old Testament.
Program Snapshot
| 9-18 | Credit Hours | 3-6 Classes |
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| $298 | Per Credit Hour | Learn more |
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| Next Start Date | June 3 | |
Train for more faithful service.
Students interested in Hebrew Exegesis with the Southern M.Div. may complete a 9 hour Graduate Certificate, or an 18 hour Advanced Graduate Certificate en route to their degree.
Choose any 3 courses. Students pursuing the Advanced Graduate Certificate will take 6 courses:
| Course Number | Description | Credit Hours |
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| 20440 | Introduction to Hebrew Exegesis: Ruth | 3 |
| 20520 | Hebrew Composition and Exegesis | 3 |
| 20600 | Hebrew Exegesis: Genesis 1-11 | 3 |
| 20610 | Hebrew Exegesis: Genesis 12-50 | 3 |
| 20611 | Hebrew Exegesis: Joshua | 3 |
| 20620 | Hebrew Exegesis: Isaiah 1-39 | 3 |
| 20624 | Hebrew Exegesis: Ecclesiastes | 3 |
| 20640 | Hebrew Exegesis: Psalms | 3 |
| 20680 | Hebrew Exegesis: Deuteronomy | 3 |
| 20685 | Hebrew Exegesis: Judges | 3 |
| 20690 | Hebrew Exegesis: 1-2 Kings | 3 |
| 20700 | Hebrew Exegesis: Jeremiah | 3 |
| 20720 | Hebrew Exegesis: Ezekiel | 3 |
| 20742 | Hebrew Exegesis: Minor Prophets, Joel, and Amos | 3 |
| 20800 | Hebrew Exegesis: Isaiah 40-66 | 3 |
| 20880 | Biblical Aramaic | 3 |
Please note that not all courses have been developed for online delivery.
Only a selection of the above courses may be offered in an academic year.
Learning Outcome
- Students will demonstrate growing proficiency in the use of Old Testament Hebrew for the interpretation of Scripture.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Graduate Certificate in Hebrew Exegesis allows students to engage in intensive study of Old Testament books in their original language.
Graduate Certificates are only open to M.Div. students. Every M.Div. at Southern Seminary combines a robust core of biblical and theological studies plus missions, evangelism, and ministry courses to ensure students are prepared for a variety of ministry roles.
Graduate Certificates are open to M.Div. students or alumni.
Students may apply for the Master of Divinity with an accredited bachelor’s degree (in any field/major). It is not required that applicants have an academic background in biblical or ministry studies.
Click here to learn more or start your application.
Graduate Certificates are meant to prepare students for specific ministry roles in conjunction with the Master of Divinity. Therefore, only students enrolled in the M.Div. may pursue Graduate Certificates.
Students who already hold a M.Div. degree may apply for and pursue additional Graduate Certificates.
The following students are eligible to apply for and pursue stand-alone Graduate Certificates:
- M.Div. alumni of Southern Seminary
- M.Div. alumni of other ATS-accredited seminaries
The application for Graduate Certificates comprises of:
- The full, online application
- Official transcripts of your M.Div.
- Pastoral recommendation from your current church (provided in the application)
Hebrew Exegesis faculty include:
James M. Hamilton
Professor of Biblical Theology
Duane A. Garrett
John R. Sampey Professor of Old Testament Interpretation and Professor of Biblical Theology
Terry J. Betts
Professor of Old Testament Interpretation
Research Interests
Old Testament InterpretationHebrew
Preaching the Old Testament
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- Hybrid campus intensive options
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