2 hours. An introduction to the principles of biblical exegesis, interpretation, and application. In addition to the critical development of the skill of observation, an emphasis will be placed upon the historical and cultural context, the literary structure and style, and the theological, spiritual, and psychological significance of the biblical text. Consideration will also be given to the clinical application of the Bible.
Note: Please reference the syllabus for your specific section to ensure you're completing the correct readings. The readings listed here represent a comprehensive list from all current sections of this course, and may not match each section exactly.
The Blue Parakeet: rethinking how you read the Bible by (Online) The Blue Parakeet: rethinking how you read the Bible by 
Scripture and the Authority of God: how to read the Bible today by 
(Online) Scripture and the Authority of God: how to read the Bible today by Note: Please reference the syllabus for your specific section to ensure you're completing the correct readings. The readings listed here represent a comprehensive list from all current sections of this course, and may not match each section exactly.
The Drama of Scripture: Finding our place in the biblical story by 
(Online) The Drama of Scripture: Finding our place in the biblical story by 
Scripture As Communication: introducing biblical hermeneutics by 
(Online) Scripture As Communication: introducing biblical hermeneutics by 
Grasping God's Word: A hands-on approach to reading, interpreting, and applying the Bible, Fourth Edition by 
Grasping God's Word Workbook: A hands-on approach to reading, interpreting, and applying the Bible, Fourth Edition by 
Integrative Approaches to Psychology and Christianity, Third Edition by 
(Online) Integrative Approaches to Psychology and Christianity, Fourth Edition by 
Doctrine of the Knowledge of God: A theology of lordship by 
Elements of Biblical Exegesis: a basic guide for students and ministers by (Online) Elements of Biblical Exegesis: a basic guide for students and ministers by 
Reading Backwards: Figural Christology and the Fourfold Gospel Witness by 
Interpreting the Bible: a popular introduction to biblical hermeneutic by 
Introduction to Biblical Interpretation by 
To Each Its Own Meaning: an introduction to biblical criticisms and their applications by (Online) To Each Its Own Meaning: an introduction to biblical criticisms and their applications by 
Protestant Biblical Interpretation by 
Misreading Scripture with Western Eyes: Removing cultural blinders to better understand the Bible by (Online) Misreading Scripture with Western Eyes: Removing cultural blinders to better understand the Bible by 
Biblical Interpretation: An Integrated Approach by 
Biblical Interpretation: a roadmap by 
Hermeneutics: Principles and processes of biblical interpretation by