This course is an examination of the Hebrew nation during its Old Testament era, encompassing the time period from Israel's beginnings during the patriarchal age to the intertestamental period, thus setting the stage for the New Testament. God's dealings with His chosen people are viewed in their proper historical settings, probing both the meaning and significance of Israel's history for believers in all ages. Recommended prerequisites: BSTH 111, BSTH 112. 3 hours.