This unit provides an introduction to apocalyptic studies, and apocalyptic literature. In this unit, the students will gain an overview of the nature of the apocalyptic genre and become familiar with the major views regarding the history and characteristics of the apocalyptic literature. The unit will examine the historical background, social settings, development, theology and exegesis of ancient Jewish and Christian apocalyptic literature. Selected ancient Jewish and Christian apocalyptic texts will be chosen for exegesis. Phenomena of modern apocalypticism will be introduced, and subversive power of apocalypticism will be addressed. In its conclusion, the unit will introduce questions of public proclamation of apocalyptic literature and offer possible strategies for preaching the message of apocalyptic literature.
Unit code: BS9929A
Unit status: Archived (New unit)
Points: 24.0
Unit level: Postgraduate Elective
Unit discipline: Biblical Studies
Delivery Mode: Online
Proposing College: St Athanasius College
Show when this unit is running1. | Describe and discuss the content, type and themes of Apocalyptic Literature |
2. | Analyse the theology of Apocalyptic Literature |
3. | Apply the message of apocalyptic literature to preaching |
4. | Critically evaluate the influence of various aspects of apocalypticism on modern history, art and popular culture |
5. | Argue the relationship between apocalypticism, radicalism and violence |
An introductory Old Testament unit at any level An introductory New Testament unit at any level
On line delivery will include articles and lecture notes, video lectures and online discussion forums
Type | Description | Word count | Weight (%) |
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Essay | Written Assessment Task 3000 words |
0 | 50.0 |
Essay | Written Assessment Task 1500 words |
0 | 25.0 |
Oral Presentation | Presentation (in class or on forum) equivalent to 1500 words |
0 | 25.0 |
Unit approved for the University of Divinity by John Capper on 1 Nov, 2017
Unit record last updated: 2022-10-11 12:06:49 +1100