Rouse High School – Influence of the Old Testament Bible on American Civilization

Apr 2026 · 2nd Semester

Influence of the Old Testament (OT) Bible on American Civilization will examine OT Bible stories and teachings that have influenced the development of the United States. In the course, students will reflect on their knowledge of American civilization as they read and study from the course text and from their own translation of the OT Bible. Students will learn the language, literary forms, plot lines, characters, and contents of the Bible so they have a better understanding of its influences on literature, art and culture. Focus will be placed on analytical writing.