Curriculum
- 7 Sections
- 26 Lessons
- 18 Weeks
Expand all sectionsCollapse all sections
- COURSE 1 — PRINCIPLES AND METHODS OF HERMENEUTICSModule 1 — Foundations of Biblical Hermeneutics Meaning and Nature of Hermeneutics The Need for Biblical Interpretation Revelation, Inspiration and Interpretation The Interpreter and the Biblical Text The Relationship Between Interpretation and Theology Module 2 — Principles of Sound Interpretation Author, Text and Audience Historical and Literary Context Grammatical and Syntactical Analysis Immediate and Wider Context The Canonical Context of Scripture Module 3 — Biblical Genres and Interpretation Narrative Literature Poetry and Wisdom Literature Prophetic Literature Gospels and Parables Epistles and Apocalyptic Literature Module 4 — Interpretive Challenges Figurative and Literal Language Difficult and Ambiguous Passages Parallel Passages and Apparent Contradictions Cultural Practices and Modern Readers Common Errors in Biblical Interpretation Module 5 — From Interpretation to Application Meaning and Application Biblical Theology and Interpretation Christ-Centered Interpretation Applying Scripture Responsibly in Ministry Developing an Exegetical Method5
- COURSE 2 — HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL CONTEXT OF SCRIPTUREModule 1 — Understanding the Biblical World Meaning and Importance of Historical Context The Ancient Near Eastern World The Greco-Roman World Israel and the Land of the Bible Major Periods of Biblical History Module 2 — Social and Cultural Institutions Family and Kinship Marriage and Household Structures Kingship and Political Authority Slavery, Servanthood and Social Status Honor, Shame and Community Life Module 3 — Religious and Institutional Context Temple and Tabernacle Priesthood and Sacrificial Systems Synagogues and Jewish Religious Life Pharisees, Sadducees and Other Jewish Groups Early Christian Communities Module 4 — Historical Context of the Old Testament Patriarchal Period Exodus and Wilderness Period Conquest, Judges and United Monarchy Divided Kingdom, Exile and Return Second Temple Period Module 5 — Historical Context of the New Testament Roman Rule and the Jewish World Herodians and Political Structures Jewish Sects and Expectations Early Church and Apostolic Context Using Historical and Cultural Background in Exegesis5
- COURSE 3 — INTRODUCTION TO KOINE GREEKModule 1 — Foundations of Koine Greek Meaning and History of Koine Greek The Greek Alphabet Greek Pronunciation and Transliteration Greek Vocabulary and Word Recognition Basic Greek Sentence Structure Module 2 — Greek Grammar Nouns and Gender Cases and Their Functions Articles and Adjectives Pronouns Prepositions and Conjunctions Module 3 — Greek Verbs Understanding Greek Verbs Person, Number and Tense Voice and Mood Present and Aorist Forms Basic Verb Parsing Module 4 — Reading and Analysis Building a Basic Greek Vocabulary Using Greek Lexicons and Parsing Tools Identifying Grammatical Relationships Reading Simple New Testament Sentences Translating Basic Greek Texts Module 5 — Greek for Exegesis Greek and Translation Word Meaning in Context Greek Syntax and Interpretation Using Greek Tools Responsibly Introduction to Exegetical Reading of the Greek New Testament5
- COURSE 4 — INTRODUCTION TO BIBLICAL HEBREWModule 1 — Foundations of Biblical Hebrew Meaning and History of Biblical Hebrew The Hebrew Alphabet Hebrew Writing Direction and Word Formation Hebrew Pronunciation and Transliteration Basic Hebrew Vocabulary Module 2 — Hebrew Grammar Nouns and Gender Number and Definiteness Pronouns and Demonstratives Prepositions and Conjunctions Basic Hebrew Sentence Structure Module 3 — Hebrew Verbs Understanding Hebrew Verbs Hebrew Verbal Patterns Person, Gender and Number Introduction to Hebrew Tenses and Aspects Basic Hebrew Verb Parsing Module 4 — Reading Biblical Hebrew Building a Working Hebrew Vocabulary Root Words and Word Formation Using Hebrew Lexicons and Parsing Tools Reading Simple Hebrew Sentences Translating Basic Hebrew Texts Module 5 — Hebrew for Exegesis Hebrew Word Meaning in Context Hebrew Grammar and Interpretation Poetry and Hebrew Expression Using Hebrew Tools Responsibly Introduction to Exegetical Reading of the Hebrew Bible5
- COURSE 5 — EXEGESIS AND WORD STUDYModule 1 — Foundations of Exegesis Meaning and Purpose of Exegesis Exegesis and Eisegesis Observation Before Interpretation Identifying the Main Argument of a Passage Establishing the Boundaries of a Text Module 2 — Contextual Exegesis Historical Context Cultural Context Literary Context Immediate and Canonical Context Authorial Intent and Audience Module 3 — Linguistic and Grammatical Analysis Grammar and Meaning Syntax and Sentence Relationships Verbs and Verbal Meaning Pronouns, Connectors and Logical Relationships Using Original-Language Tools in Exegesis Module 4 — Biblical Word Study Meaning and Purpose of Word Study Lexical Meaning and Semantic Range Word Meaning in Context Hebrew and Greek Word Studies Common Errors in Word Study Module 5 — Building an Exegetical Study Developing an Exegetical Worksheet Comparing Translations Using Lexicons, Concordances and Bible Dictionaries Moving From Exegesis to Biblical Theology From Exegesis to Faithful Ministry Application5
- FINAL EXAMINATION1
- CERTIFICATIONCONGRATULATION!1
Requirements
- Admission Requirements Applicants should meet the following requirements: Basic Christian foundation and commitment to biblical learning Secondary school certificate or equivalent for foundational entry Ability to read and communicate in English Genuine interest in studying the Bible, biblical languages, and Scripture interpretation Willingness to participate in online learning and complete programme requirements Completed application form