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Details for BIB504 Biblical Interpretation

This unit equips students with the tools to understand the principles, purposes, and historical development of biblical interpretation. By critically assessing contexts and the reader’s role, students apply these insights to contemporary issues, enhancing their analytical skills and understanding of biblical texts. This unit prepares students for thoughtful discourse and application of biblical principles in modern settings.

Quick Stats

  • Currently offered by Alphacrucis: Yes
  • Course code: BIB504
  • Credit points: 10

Subject Coordinator

Ed Helmore

Prerequisite

  • BIB401 Introduction to the Bible or
  • BIB402 Introduction to Israel’s Scriptures or
  • BIB403 Introduction to the New Testament or
  • ​​​​​BIB404 Old Testament Foundations or
  • BIB405 New Testament Foundations (pre-requisite or co-requisite)

Unit Content

Outcomes

  1. Explain the purposes and principles of biblical interpretation
  2. Evaluate the development and history of interpretation
  3. Assess the importance of context in interpreting biblical texts
  4. Critically evaluate the role of the reader in the process of interpretation.
  5. Apply guiding principles of biblical interpretation in the contemporary context

Subject Content

  1. Introduction
  2. The Canon and Translations
  3. The History of Interpretation
  4. Introduction to Key Philosophers
  5. Literary Context
  6. Historical-Cultural Background
  7. Genres of the Old Testament
  8. Genres of the New Testament
  9. The Role of the Interpreter
  10. Applying Text to Context
  11. Contemporary Approaches to the Bible
  12. The Role of the Holy Spirit
  13. The Hermeneutical Journey

This course may be offered in the following formats

  • Face to face (onsite)
  • eLearning (online)
  • Intensive
  • Extensives

Please consult your course prospectus or enquire about how and when this course will be offered next at Alphacrucis University College.

Assessment Methods

  • Reading Responses (20%)
  • Major Exegesis (50%)
  • Contemporary Presentation (30%)

Prescribed Text

  • Primary readings provided