Compiled byRaphael ben Levi DD PhD

Certificate in

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A student may choose whether to pursue the one-year course leading to certification on successful completion. (cf. course outline below in black type)

This course consists of 24 sessions + 3 for revision classes.

A student can also opt for pursuing the fast track accelerated certificate courses combining 1+2 in one year instead of two (cf. course outline below in black + red type).

This option may be suitable for those with the time, motivation and willingness to commit to two (2 hour) lectures per week instead of one, held on separate evenings.

This combined course consists of 48 sessions + 6 for revision classes

MODULE 1 - MESSIANIC BELIEVERS

1. Messianic Jewish and Hebrew Roots Movements (Lectures 1+2)2. Jewish Identity and Definitions (Lectures 3+4)

———————————————————————————————————1. The Hebrew Name for Messiah Jesus (Lectures 5+6)2. The Two Sticks of Judah and Ephraim (Lectures 7+8)

MODULE 2 - THE JEWISHNESS OF MESSIAH JESUS

1. Messiah Jesus the Rabbi (Lectures 1+2)————————————————————————————————————

2. Jewish Life in the First Century AD (Lectures 3+4)

MODULE 3 - THE DIFFICULT SAYINGS & TEACHINGS OF MESSIAH JESUS

1. Difficult Sayings of Messiah Jesus (Lectures 1+2)2. Difficult Teachings of Messiah Jesus - The Rich Young Ruler (Lectures 3+4)——————————————————————————————————————1. The Workers in the Vineyard (A parable) (Lectures 5+6)2. The Prodigal Son (A Parable) (Lectures 7+8)

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MODULE 4 - PRAYERS OF MESSIAH JESUS

1. The ‘Lord’s Prayer’ — A Shortened Version of the ‘Amidah’ (Lectures 1+2)2. The Sh’ma - ‘Hear (and Obey) Israel’ (Lectures 3+4)—————————————————————————————————————1. Prayers of Thanksgiving and Blessing (Lectures 5+6)

MODULE 5 - TORAH AND COVENANT

1. The Three Groups of Torah (Lectures 1-3)2. The Great Commandment (Lecture 4)—————————————————————————————————————1. The Place of Torah in the Early Church (Lectures 5+6)

MODULE 6 - THE JEWISH CALENDAR AND THE MAZZAROTH

1. The Observable and Adapted Calendars (Lectures 1+2)————————————————————————————————————-——1. The Biblical Message of the Mazzaroth (Constellations) (Lectures 3+4)

MODULE 7 - RITES OF PASSAGE - PART 1

1. Birth (Lecture 1+2)2. Brit Milah (circumcision) (Lectures 3+4)————————————————————————————————————-1. Childhood (Lectures 5+6)2. Death (Lectures 7+8)3. Resurrection (Lectures 9+10)4. The Life Hereafter (Heaven + Hell) (Lectures 11+12)

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PREFACE

This course is an introduction to a range of modules that provide the student with a biblical and historical grounding to:

1. Better understand the place of Israel and the Jewish people in God’s eternalplan

2. Explore Messianic identity for Jew and Gentile and its implications for theChurch

3. Deepen and broaden one’s appreciation of the Jewish character and culture ofthe Bible

4. Walk as believers in Messiah Jesus in holiness, obedience, integrity,transparency and first-love

5. Develop in spiritual maturity and shine as lights in a dark world, fulfilling theLord’s commission to spread His gospel through word and deed.

We aim to provide affordable and practical training that is sensitive to the personal needs, aptitudes, individual potential and value system of every student; to develop the whole person for a lifetime of learning.

In addition to the course brochures, students are required to obtain a hard copy of the author’s 3-volume book, ‘Bagels and Cream Cheese - A Messianic Jewish Handbook’ that will be indispensable as a resource for research, reference and reflection. (the ‘3 R’s’) In addition it contains a Glossary for understanding terms that may be unfamiliar to the student.

The book, ‘Romance of the Hebrew Calendar,’ also written by the same author, is highly recommended but not required reading. This book is an excellent introduction for anyone wishing to better understand the biblical feasts from a Messianic perspective, packed with much additional information for the reader to enjoy and be informed about.

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PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

MAIN FEATURES OF THE PROGRAMME

This Certificate course in Messianic Jewish Studies conforms to acceptedstructures as described by Roepersfontein Ministries Seminarium. It has thefollowing characteristics:

Phase credits that add up to 80 credits in one full academic yearSeven modules that are classified as majors, themes and skillsA course that leads into more advanced courses taken in the following year(s)

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ASSESSMENT

Students who participate in this course are required to familiarise themselves with the relevant course materials beforehand and attend the lectures or listen to the prepared podcasts that are available on the following website: www.rogerlenk.co.za

Students exercise their leadership, logical thinking and intellectual abilities in discussion groups whereby biblical thought is analysed and shared alongside a backdrop of church history, function and opinion.

Attendance and participation for the course only without credits is welcomed. A certificate of attendance will be awarded at completion of the course.

Partial credits will be awarded for those who are unable to complete the course, based upon circumstances or personal reasons, that can be rolled over to the following year.

For those who wish to participate with credits, evaluation for each course is based upon the following five criterion:

1. PARTICIPATION & ATTENDANCE - There are twenty-four weeklysessions in the academic year + three further group revision sessiontutorials. 10%

2. ASSIGNMENTS - Reflections on course material as assigned by the tutorcomprise essays of around 1000 words at the end of each two-weeklysession. 35%

3. SELF-TESTS - end of module self-tests 15%

4. TEST- end of cmodule tests conducted at regional centres. 35%

5. An end-of-year face-to-face summary meeting with the tutor 05%

PASS MARK FOR THIS COURSE IS 50%.

A FIRST CLASS IS EARNED AT 70%

A DISTINCTION (Cum Laude) IS EARNED AT 80%

Page �7 of �8 ALL FIVE CRITERION MUST BE PASSED TO RECEIVE RECOGNITION FOR AWARD OF THE CERTIFICATE.

At completion of the course(s) application is made for:

Certificate in Messianic Jewish Studies PART 1 80 credits

AND/OR

Certificate in Messianic Jewish Studies PART 2 80 credits

ROLE OF THE TUTOR

The tutor oversees progress made by the student by marking assignments, exams, monitoring self tests which are followed up regular one-to-one meetings as appropriate, and an end of year summary meeting.

The tutor completes a Module Report and issues the Course Material.

The tutor facilitates the study process (lectures) to satisfy the credit requirements (hours of activities) prescribed to reach the set objectives.

REGISTRATION

All mentored students are to register at Roepersfontein Ministries Seminary.The cost per student is included in the study fee.

ADMISSION

Students apply for acceptance into the Certificate programme by registering with a proof of identity and Matric certificate.

COURSE MATERIAL

In addition to the course brochures, students are required to obtain a hard copy of the author’s 3-volume book, ‘Bagels and Cream Cheese - A Messianic Jewish Handbook’ that will be indispensable as a resource for research, reference and reflection. (the ‘3 R’s’) In addition it contains a Glossary for understanding terms that may be unfamiliar to the student.

The book, ‘Romance of the Hebrew Calendar,’ also written by the same author, is highly recommended but not required reading. This book is an excellent introduction for anyone wishing to better understand the biblical feasts from a Messianic perspective, packed with much additional information for the reader to enjoy and be informed about.

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