This unit examines the literary structure and themes of the Pentateuch, with a special emphasis on the world from which these five books originate. The unit will address the interpretation of the text, and theological issues, such as covenant, law, grace, land, people of God, Holiness and worship. Students will learn the influence of these books on the rest of the Old Testament and on the Christian Church.
Unit code: BA2200A
Unit status: Archived (New unit)
Points: 18.0
Unit level: Undergraduate Level 2
Unit discipline: Old Testament
Delivery Mode: Face to Face
Proposing College: St Athanasius College
Show when this unit is running1. | Describe the world of the Pentateuch, including its composition, themes, content, message, and characters |
2. | Explain the narrative and legal techniques used in the Pentateuch |
3. | Discuss the influence of the Pentateuch on the rest of the Old Testament |
4. | Explore the relationship between the theological issues of the Pentateuch and Christian theology |
5. | Exegete passages from the books of the Pentateuch |
12 weekly classes with lectures and class discussion
Type | Description | Word count | Weight (%) |
---|---|---|---|
Exegesis | Written Assessment Task Exegetical Essay - 2000 words. |
0 | 50.0 |
Multiple Choice Quizzes or Tests | Quizzes (four Quizzes across the semester Equivalent to 500 words) |
0 | 13.0 |
Written Examination | Final exam - end of semester (1 hour) |
0 | 25.0 |
Reflection | Fortnightly Synopsis (Class based) equivalent to 500 words |
0 | 12.0 |
Unit approved for the University of Divinity by John Capper on 1 Nov, 2017
Unit record last updated: 2022-10-31 18:10:14 +1100