Jewish and Christian Worship Beginning from Ancient History
This course will survey the use of Biblical Psalmody as practiced in both Jewish and Christian worship beginning from ancient history. It will begin with a study of the poetic structure and liturgical use of the book of the Psalms in Jewish liturgy to the destruction of the 2nd Temple. Attention will be given to the Psalms and their development as musical devices through various translations and historical settings. Research will also give attention to major shifts in the use of Psalms in congregational settings and those personalities who influenced their development and growth. Finally, we will analyze Psalm singing historically and its use in contemporary worship settings.
When: Monday through Friday, May 20-24, from 12pm to 5pm (1 week)
Location: In Person at GCC and Online (via Zoom);
- GCC Room: TBD
- Zoom Details provided via Moodle at graceequip.org
Instructor: Philip Webb
Cost: $125
Grace Equip Students
This course is open to TMS students through the regular class registration process, but also to others outside of TMS. This course is provided as a Grace Equip course for those not seeking graduate credit. We want to make this course available for those who want to grow in their understanding of Biblical Worship.
