OT102 Introducing the Old Testament: Its Poetry and Prophecy (Biblia.com)

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This course provides a practical foundation for reading the poetry and prophecy of the Old Testament. Dr. Baker begins by discussing poetic writing in general, then the elements specific to both Hebrew and English poetry. Applying these elements to the text, he examines the content, structure, and themes of the Psalms, Proverbs, Lamentations, Job, Ecclesiastes, and the Song of Songs. Dr. Baker...

So a lot of Wisdom literature, and these books that we will be looking at—they are primarily focused on practicality: how they’re useful in daily life. They’re looking outward. They’re looking at bigger issues. They’re looking at the meaning of life. In some ways we could say these works are works of philosophy, contemplation of these big issues.

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