Bible Exposition
Elementary Principles of the Biblical Languages
TTBE 530
3
Basic principles of language that are foundational to interpreting the biblical text. Overview of the structure of the biblical languages, evaluation of theories of Bible translation, and instruction in the use of various tools based on the original languages. The course will aid the student in understanding issues that arise in interpretation because of the original languages. Notes: Required of M.A. (Biblical & Theological Studies) students.
Faculty
312
John C. Hutchison, Ph.D.
Chair
Curtis, Hagg, Hutchison, W. Russell
Professors
Genesis
2-3
TTBE 602
An exposition, with an emphasis on important critical and contemporary issues, and biblical theology, especially the Abrahamic Covenant. Notes: Elective.
Shin
Associate Professor
Hultberg, Way
Assistant Professors
Isaiah
2-3
TTBE 604
An exposition, emphasizing background issues, purpose, structure, interpretation of prophetic literature, and theological contributions of the book to Old and New Testament theology. Notes: Elective.
Objectives
While the entire seminary curriculum contributes to the goal of accurate exposition of Scripture, it is the purpose of this department to focus on the following: (1) sound hermeneutics, which leads to accurate interpretation and application of Scripture; (2) introductory issues for each Old and New Testament book which inform accurate Bible exposition, including authorship, historical and cultural background, theme and purpose, or unique theological contributions; (3) synthesis and analysis, accomplished through biblical survey and analysis of selected passages and books, enabling one to interpret Scripture in light of the “big picture”; (4) exposition and application, providing examples of well-organized, relevant messages and Bible studies from the English Bible books studied.
Matthew
2-3
TTBE 608
An exposition, emphasizing background issues, purpose, structure, and interpretation of narrative literature. Notes: Elective.
Romans
2-3
TTBE 610
An exposition, emphasizing background issues, purpose, structure, development of the argument, and theological contributions. Notes: Elective.
Directed Research 1-4 Guided research in some biblical area relating to exposition, according to the student’s need and relevancy to ministry. Notes: Elective. Expositional Methodology in Daniel & Revelation 3 Application of expositional method to selected passages from Daniel and Revelation. Discussion of crucial background and critical issues, book structures, interpretive difficulties, practical implications and various approaches to understanding the text of each book. Prerequisite: TTBE 517. Notes: Required of M.Div. Students. Suggested elective for M.A. Students. Exposition of Old Testament Segments or Themes 2-3 These electives (TTBE 731, 732, 733) will be offered in cycle, with the breadth of the scope of each offering determined by: 1) the expertise of available faculty; 2) current issues of scholarly and practical importance; and 3) balance in regard to recent offerings. 2-3 These electives (TTBE 731, 732, 733) will be offered in cycle, with the breadth of the scope of each offering determined by: 1) the expertise of available faculty; 2) current issues of scholarly and practical importance; and 3) balance in regard to recent offerings. Exposition of New Testament Segments or Themes Biographical Exposition of Selected Biblical Figures 2-3 These electives (TTBE 731, 732, 733) will be offered in cycle, with the breadth of the scope of each offering determined by: 1) the expertise of available faculty; 2) current issues of scholarly and practical importance; and 3) balance in regard to recent offerings.
TTBE 722
TTBE 726
Courses (TTBE)
Hermeneutics & Bible Study Methods 3 A study of principles or sound interpretation and application of the Bible, including analysis of resuppositions, general rules and specialized principles for the various biblical genre and phenomena and the development of an exegetical method. Notes: Required of M.Div. and M.A. students. 3 A broad survey of the Old Testament books, including selected introductory and critical issues, relevant background, major themes and divisions, and crucial problems. Notes: Required of M.Div. and M.A. students. Survey of Genesis - Malachi Survey of Matthew - Revelation 3 A general overview of the New Testament books, including selected introductory and critical issues, relevant background, major themes and divisions, and crucial problems. Notes: Required of M.Div. and M.A. students.
TTBE 517
TTBE 731
TTBE 519
TTBE 732
TTBE 520
TTBE 733
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