Biblical Literature (Major/Minor) 

Do you desire a deep understanding of the foundation of the Christian faith?

With a Biblical Literature major, you’ll study biblical texts and explore approaches to understanding them. Become an informed and observant interpreter of biblical passages as you draw upon theological, historical, linguistic, and literary insights for a richer, more complete understanding.  

Whether you plan to pursue full-time ministry or simply desire a deeper understanding of Scripture to integrate into your life and career, the Biblical Literature major is a strong choice if: 

  • Your interests and strengths intersect in areas related to interpreting biblical texts 
  • You appreciate the wisdom and power of theological truths 
  • You support spiritual growth in yourself and in others 
  • You want to understand how the Bible addresses important questions for our world 

Biblical Literature Degrees

  • BA in Biblical Literature
  • BS in Biblical Literature/Systems
  • Minor in Biblical Literature
  • Degree
  • Minor

View Curriculum

Build Skills In: 

  • Understanding the overall story of the Bible 
  • Thinking about, writing about, discussing, applying, and teaching biblical passages from Scripture 
  • Ethics and contemporary moral issues 

Career Opportunities:

  • Missionary 
  • Bible teacher 
  • Chaplain 
  • Senior pastor 
  • Youth pastor 
  • Worship leader 
  • Children's pastor 
  • Associate minister 
  • Nonprofit or relief worker 
View Biblical Studies, Christian Ministries, Intercultural Studies & Philosophy Department 
View Faculty

Biblical Literature Curriculum Guides & Degree Options

Students interested in course descriptions and academic policies can check out our Undergraduate Catalog.

A major in Biblical Literature stands alone as a strong degree for students with well-formed plans for teaching or ministry, but it is also structured so students can pursue a secondary major if desired. You’ll be able to go into a variety of different fields after graduation and bring thoughtful expertise in multiple areas into your career.  

Common double majors include Christian Ministries, Youth Ministry, or Philosophy. Some students have also added majors or minors in History, International Studies, English, Psychology, or Professional Writing.

A Taylor liberal arts education will prepare you to live and work in a fast-changing world. It also goes a step further: laying a strong spiritual foundation that cultivates wisdom. You’ll become a well-versed individual, equipped with critical thinking skills, a lifelong love of learning, and an appreciation for God’s creation.

View Foundational Core Curriculum.

The Bible Comes to Life

Through academic January term trips, you can experience the Holy Land and other biblical locations while also earning course credit.  

  • Holy Land Studies J-Term Trip

    The Holy Land Studies trip is based on the campus of Jerusalem University and goes throughout the Holy Land. You’ll travel to Galilee and visit the traditional locations of the crucifixion and burial of Jesus. Explore Bethlehem, Nazareth, Caesarea Philippi, and Caesarea Maritima where Paul was imprisoned before his trip to Rome. This January term course fulfills a foundational Bible credit or as a Bible elective. 

    Learn More

  • Footsteps of Paul

    This three-week trip to Greece and Italy during J-Term covers a core Bible credit. The trip focuses on Paul’s letters to various churches either sent to or from cities in Greece and Italy during his second and third missionary journeys. Students visit key sites including Thessaloniki, Athens, Corinth, and Rome. 

    Learn More

Exploring God’s Word

All Taylor students take foundational Bible courses, but the Biblical Literature major goes even deeper. You’ll explore particular sections of Scripture using an approach of self-discovered learning under the guidance of experienced faculty mentors. Learn about the historicity and formation of the Bible while studying passages within their historical and cultural contexts and apply them faithfully to our world today. 

Begin with an Inductive Study of the Bible class that will give you great tools for observing, interpreting, applying, and teaching the Bible across the different genres of Scripture. You will then take classes in specific sections of the Bible, such as the Gospels and Pentateuch, with a focus on getting immersed in the world, content, and theology of these parts of Scripture. 

In your senior year, a Biblical Theology class will help you explore the Bible’s most important recurring themes across the Old and New Testaments, while the Biblical Capstone class will allow you to interact with the most relevant and challenging issues in biblical studies today. 

You’ll be prepared to minister the power of the gospel in a broken world in whatever career path you follow, including: 

  • Ministry at church or parachurch organization  
  • Seminary or graduate school 
  • Mentor-focused church residency program

  • Clayton Wright

    Class of 2020

    The time I spent studying the basics of Biblical Greek, Greek grammar, and Greek exegesis improved my work in biblical studies. Know that you are receiving some of the highest quality training available.

Minor in Biblical Literature

If you want a deeper study of the Bible to complement your major, the minor in Biblical Literature gives you the ability to choose classes you’re interested in that cover both the Old and New Testament.  

View Curriculum

Related Majors

Biblical Literature is part of the Biblical Studies, Christian Ministries, Intercultural Studies & Philosophy Department 

Contact
May Young
Department Chair and Associate Professor of Biblical Studies

765-998-4786
email

Contact
Elissa Bennett
Biblical Studies, Christian Ministries, Intercultural Studies & Philosophy Program Assistant

765-998-5148
email

Go to the Department

Send Me Information