OUACHITA BAPTIST UNIVERSITY BIST 2023 DR. DANNY HAYS SPRING 2005 Revised Jan. 27, 2005 COURSE SYLLABUS
Biblical Exegesis
I. PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF THE COURSE
This course is designed to develop the student’s skill in doing biblical exegesis (the study and interpretation of the Bible).
II. PREREQUISITES
CORE 1113 (Surveying the Bible) and CORE 1123 (Interpreting the Bible)
III. GOALS
After completing this course the student should be able to:
1. Recognize literary structural elements in the text.
2. Apply principles of detailed Observation to a text.
3. Determine word meanings within texts.
4. Express the main idea of a passage as an exegetical idea.
5. Critically analyze differing interpretations and apply validation principles to the process.
6. Discuss the role of context and historical\cultural background in determining the meaning for today's audience.
7. Research and write an exegetical paper.
8. Apply biblical texts to himself\herself and to today’s audience.
An intangible goal, but a major goal nevertheless, is that the student will learn to enjoy personal Bible Study.
IV. TEXTBOOKS
The textbooks for the course are:
Goodrick, Edward W., and John R. Kohlenberger. The NIV Exhaustive Concordance. Second Edition. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 1990.
Duvall, J. Scott, and J. Daniel Hays. Grasping God's Word: A Hands-on Approach to Reading, Interpreting, and Applying the Bible. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 2001.
Vyhmeister, Nancy Jean. Quality Research Papers for Students of Religion and Theology. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 2001.
Verbrugge, Verlyn D. New International Dictionary of New Testament Theology. Abridged Edition. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 2000.
Also a non-paraphrased translation of the Bible is required. Acceptable translations include NIV, TNIV, HCSB, NASB, ESV, KJV, NKJV, RSV, and the NRSV. Translations not allowed are the Living Bible, the New Living Bible, the Amplified Bible, Good News for Modern Man, the Message, and other paraphrases.
V. ADDITIONAL BIBLIOGRAPHY
Adler, Mortimer J., and Charles van Doren. How to Read a Book. New York: Simon and Schuster, 1972.
Dockery, David S. Biblical Interpretation: Then and Now. Grand Rapids: Baker, 1992.
Fee, Gordan D., and Douglas Stuart. How to Read the Bible for All Its Worth. Third Edition. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 1993.
Fee, Gordan D. New Testament Exegesis: A Handbook for Students and Pastors. Philadelphia: Westminster, 1983.
Goldingay, John. Models for Interpretation of Scripture. Grand Rapids: Eerdmans, 1995.
Greidanus, Sidney. Preaching Christ from the Old Testament: A Contemporary Hermeneutical Method. Grand Rapids: Eerdmans, 1999.
Hendricks, Howard G., and William D. Hendricks. Living by the Book. Chicago: Moody, 1991.
Johnson, Elliot E. Expository Hermeneutics: An Introduction. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 1990.
Kaiser, Walter C., and Moisés Silva. An Introduction to Biblical Hermeneutics. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 1994.
Kaiser, Walter C., Toward An Exegetical Theology: Biblical Exegesis for Preaching and Teaching. Grand Rapids: Baker, 1981.
Klein, William W., Craig Blomberg, and Robert L. Hubbard. Introduction to Biblical Interpretation. Dallas: Word, 1993.
Mickelsen, A. Berkeley, and Alvera M. Mickelsen. Understanding Scripture. Revised Edition. Peabody, Massachusetts: Hendrickson, 1992.
Morgan, Robert, and John Barton. Biblical Interpretation. Oxford: Oxford, 1988.
Osborne, Grant R. The Hermeneutical Spiral. Downers Grove, Illinois: InterVarsity, 1991.
Ramm, Bernard. Protestant Biblical Interpretation. Grand Rapids: Baker, 1970.
Tate, W. Randolf. Biblical Interpretation. Peabody, Massachusetts: Hendrickson, 1991.
Terry, Milton. Biblical Hermeneutics. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 1985
Traina, Robert A. Methodical Bible Study. Wilmore, Kentucky: Robert Traina, 1952.
Wald, Oletta. The Joy of Discovery in Bible Study. Minneapolis: Augsburg, 1975.
VI. GRADING
The student's final course grade will consist of the following:
Quizzes/Short Written Assignments 15% Exegetical Papers (2) 80% Final Exam 5%
Quizzes/Short Written Assignments
Several short written assignments will be required. Late papers will receive a 30-point penalty! Several announced and unannounced quizzes will also be given. The lowest quiz or daily assignment will be dropped and the rest averaged. No makeup quizzes will be given.
Exegetical Papers
The student will be required to write two exegetical papers. Each paper is required to be a minimum of twelve, typed, double-spaced pages. More information regarding these papers will be given in class. Late papers will be penalized five points per calendar day.
Attendance
This course is designed to teach methodology and not simply memorized material. In addition, much of the material covered is not in the textbook. Attendance, therefore, is imperative. Attendance at all class sessions is strongly encouraged. For every unexcused absence over three, the student will be penalized one percentage point off of their final grade average.
Grading Scale
A 90-100% B 80-89% C 70-79% D 60-69% F below 59%
VII. ACCOMMODATIONS FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES: Ouachita Baptist University is committed to extending access and opportunity to those who have disabilities. To request modifications or accommodations due to a disabling condition, or for a copy of the University policy concerning modifications or accommodations, contact Neill Hunter, University Counselor and ADA/504 Coordinator, in the Counseling Services Office. The office is located in Evans Student Center 136, and the telephone number is 245-5591. You may email the University Counselor and ADA/504 Coordinator at huntern@obu.edu.
VIII. YOUR PROFESSOR
Your professor is Dr. Danny Hays. He is available to you for counseling and discussion for any reason. Please note the posted office hours when he is available to you. Should you need to see him at some other time it may be necessary to arrange an appointment.
Office Home Berry Bible Bldg., #208 316 Hardin St. OBU Box 3677 Arkadelphia 245-5526 245-2542 IX. COURSE OUTLINE
Date Lecture and Discussion Topic Assignments Due
JAN 19 Introduction, Sources (Commentaries)
21 Sources (Commentaries)
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24 Sources (Journals) Publisher Quiz
26 Writing Exegetical Papers Journal Quiz Using ATLA
28 Citations ATLA Assignment. Read Vyhmeister 62-67; Read PSCS Guidelines for Writing Research Papers. Bring both to class. ---
31 Citations Citation Assignment. Also bring Vyhmeister and PSCS Guidelines to class.
FEB 2 Bible Translation (Video)
4 No Class; work on your exegetical papers!!
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7 No Class; work on your exegetical papers!!
9 No Class; work on your exegetical papers!!
11 No Class; work on your exegetical papers!!
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14 No Class; work on your exegetical papers!!
16 No Class; work on your exegetical papers
18 Exegesis Review Review GGW Chapters 6 and 7 (Context) ---
21 Word Studies Read GGW Ch 8, Bring Concordance and Verbrugge to class
23 Exegesis—Romans Romans Bibliography. Read Romans 1.
25 Exegesis—Romans
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28 Exegesis—Romans
MAR 2 Exegesis—Romans
4 Exegesis in the OT Narratives Read GGW, Ch 18, “OT Narrative”
Exegetical Papers due at 5:00 pm in my office (BBB 208)
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7 Applying OT Narrative Read article by Trull (handout)
9 Exegesis—Exodus (source criticism)
11 Exegesis—Exodus
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14 Exegesis—Exodus
16 Exegesis—Exodus
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21 No Class!! Spring Break!
23 No Class!! Spring Break!
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28 No Class!! Easter Break
30 Citations—Feedback from Romans Papers
APR 1 Exegesis—Exodus
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4 Exegesis—Exodus
6 Exegetical Ideas and Outlines
8 Exegetical Ideas and Outlines
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11 Exegetical Ideas and Outlines
13 Inerrancy/Inspiration Read articles by Dockery and Hays/Duvall
15 Canonicity Read articles by Beckwith and Pate
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18 Canonicity/Text Criticism
20 Text Criticism 3 points extra credit if Exodus Exegetical Paper is turned in today.
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25 Exegesis—Gospels Read GGW Ch 15, Gospels
27 Exegesis—Luke Exegetical Paper on Exodus Due
29 Exegesis—Luke
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MAY 2 Exegesis in the OT Prophets Read GGW Ch 21, Prophets
4 Predictive Prophecy
6 Exegesis in the OT Prophets
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Final Examination as Scheduled by the Registrar |