Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies (B.A.) » Hermeneutics - Interpreting the Scriptures

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Hermeneutics - Interpreting the Scriptures

Course Objectives:

  1. Understand the importance of hermeneutics in interpreting Scripture.
  2. Explore the historical development of hermeneutical principles and methodologies.
  3. Identify key concepts such as context, genre, authorial intent, and cultural background in biblical interpretation.
  4. Learn different interpretive approaches, including historical-critical, literary, and theological methods.
  5. Develop skills in exegetical analysis through close reading and textual examination.
  6. Evaluate interpretive strategies and their implications for understanding biblical texts.
  7. Apply hermeneutical principles to various passages from the Old and New Testaments.
  8. Reflect critically on the role of personal and communal biases in interpretation.
  9. Engage with contemporary issues in biblical interpretation and hermeneutical debates.
  10. Cultivate a lifelong commitment to responsible and faithful interpretation of Scripture.

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