Description
RELI 218. INTERPRETING THE BIBLE. An introduction to the skills necessary for understanding a Biblical passage’s meaning in each Bible genre. Skills addressed will range from establishing the text, comparing translations and observing the text, to rules for proper interpretation, to applying the text to Christians today accurately. Advanced skills will also be taught, including mastering a Bible book, legitimately finding Christ in (even Old Testament) Biblical texts, typology, and dealing with difficult texts. Spring semester only, three hours.