Details for NAT11088006 Interpret the Bible for personal and communal edification

Understanding and applying the Bible for personal and communal growth is an important skill. This subject focuses on hermeneutic practices to interpret biblical texts accurately and meaningfully. Students will learn to create thoughtful responses that edify both themselves and their communities. They will also learn to seek and use feedback from church leaders, to assist them in refining their interpretations and responses.

Quick Stats

• Currently offered by Alphacrucis: Yes
• Course code: NAT11088006
• Credit points: 10

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Unit Content

Outcomes

1. Use hermeneutic practices to interpret the Bible

• A hermeneutic based on the context of the Bible is selected and outlined.
• Relevant resources to aid hermeneutics are collected and reviewed.
• The hermeneutic is followed to interpret passages of the Bible.

 

2. Respond appropriately to interpretations of the Bible

• Responses to interpretations of the Bible are developed to edify oneself and specific audiences within a community of faith.
• The practice of personal responses to the interpretation are implemented and documented.
• Interpretations and their respective responses are developed for other audiences and shared with a community faith leader.

 

3. Document evaluative feedback from a faith leader

• The hermeneutic practices, validity of the interpretation, and response is critiqued with the support of a faith leader.
• Critical feedback on the quality of the interpretation and its response are discussed.
• Areas for improvement are summarized and documented.

Subject Content

This course may be offered in the following formats

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