This unit is based on an examination of the “Former Prophets” or “Historical Books” (Joshua–2 Kings) as a key representative of historiography in the Old Testament. It will involve a consideration of the hypothesis of a Deuteronomistic History, identified in Deuteronomy–2 Kings. The other key representative of Old Testament historiography (1 and 2 Chronicles) will also be examined, especially where it parallels texts in the Former Prophets. The unit will consider Israelite and Ancient Near Eastern notions of history and examine contemporary issues, problems and methods associated with the interpretation of such literature.
Unit code: BA9200C
Unit status: Archived (New unit)
Points: 24.0
Unit level: Postgraduate Elective
Unit discipline: Old Testament
Delivery Mode: Face to Face
Proposing College: Catholic Theological College
Show when this unit is running1. | Demonstrate a critical knowledge of the exegetical and research skills required for the study of the Historical Literature |
2. | Apply advanced exegetical skills to the analysis of the Historical Literature. |
3. | Demonstrate comprehensive understanding of the range of approaches adopted by contemporary critical study of the Historical Literature. |
4. | Evaluate in a critical manner the issues associated with contemporary study of the Historical Literature. |
5. | Construct and present a critical exegesis of a text within the Historical Literature. |
6. | Communicate and critically assess conclusions from scholarly debate on interpretive issues in the Historical Literature. |
7. | Relate their analysis of the Historical Literature to the larger Hebrew Bible/Old Testament |
BS8001C and BS8002C or equivalent Students enrolled in the unit for Master’s research degree are required to demonstrate proficiency in the appropriate biblical language(s).
Lectures, seminars, tutorials and class discussion.
Type | Description | Word count | Weight (%) |
---|---|---|---|
Essay | 4,000-word essay |
0 | 65.0 |
Exegesis | 2,000-word exegesis |
0 | 35.0 |
Unit approved for the University of Divinity by John Capper on 6 Aug, 2018
Unit record last updated: 2019-09-02 16:27:46 +1000