CERTIFICATE OF
ISRAELITE FESTIVAL STUDIES (C.I.F.S.)
Discovering God’s Redemptive Plan Through Israel’s Festivals
Duration 1 Year (2 Semesters)
Total Credits 30 Credit Hours
Delivery Mode Coursework + Practicum
Teaching System Semester System (Distance Learning)
Session Begin 1st March & 1st September every year
Medium of Instruction English
ADMISSION CRITERIA
Applicant must hold a Completion of High School Certificate (or equivalent).
PROGRAM FEES
Per Semester
USD $150
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Certificate of Israelite Festival Studies (C.IFS) is a one-year academic program designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the biblical feasts and festivals observed by ancient Israel. This program explores the historical, theological, and prophetic significance of the Israelite festivals, helping students appreciate their role in God's redemptive plan and their relevance for biblical interpretation, teaching, and ministry.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Biblical Feast Foundations
Festival Historical Context
Prophetic Symbolism Understanding
Historical Context Analysis
Worship Tradition Insights
PROGRAM INFORMATION
Department
Ancient Israel Studies
Faculty
Israelite Festival Studies
Medium of Instruction
English
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
- Completion of 30 credit hours
- Active participation in practical ministry / mission fieldwork
- Minimum passing grade as per institutional policy
COURSE STRUCTURE
Semester 1 (15 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
CIFS 101 |
Introduction to Israelite Festivals |
3 |
|
CIFS 102 |
Biblical Feasts and Holy Days: Overview |
3 |
|
CIFS 103 |
Torah Foundations and Ritual Practices |
3 |
|
CIFS 104 |
Symbolism and Typology in Festivals |
3 |
|
CIFS 105 |
Spiritual Significance of Israelite Worship |
3 |
Semester 2 (15 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
CIFS 106 |
Passover and Feast of Unleavened Bread |
3 |
|
CIFS 107 |
Feast of Weeks (Shavuot) and Feast of Trumpets |
3 |
|
CIFS 108 |
Day of Atonement and Feast of Tabernacles |
3 |
|
CIFS 109 |
Contemporary Applications of Israelite Festivals |
3 |
|
CIFS 110 |
Practical Ministry / Festival Observation Practicum |
3 |
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