PHIL 3713 - Bible Difficulties

Credits: 3 Spring, Even

This course will engage a set of difficulties commonly associated with Scripture-(1) the question of what books belong in the Bible; (2) the allegation of inconsistencies (contradictions) between parts of the Bible; (3) the accusation of historical and scientific inaccuracies; and (4) the suggestion that the God of the Bible condones, commands, and conducts immoral actions. Cross-Listed: BIBL 3713

Prerequisites: PHIL 1043 and either BIBL 1013, or REL 1013 (or HON 1013) and REL 1023 (or HON 2143) with grades of “C” or better.