This comprehensive course of study emphasizes the geography, history, and archaeology of Israel in biblical times, as well as introduces the post-biblical history of the land, the Holocaust, and the complex social issues facing the modern nation of Israel. The course may include a 10-day tour of the Bible lands. Meets the general studies core requirement in God's Word and the Christian Response/Bible. Prerequisites: completion of 100- and 200-level general studies Bible requirement or instructor's approval