Fall 2007
FTX Houston
OT501
Dearman

 

OT501: PENTATEUCH.  Andrew Dearman.          

 

DESCRIPTION:

This course will introduce the content, structure, and theology of the Pentateuch. It will assist students in reading and interpreting the text by introducing them to contemporary methods of analysis. Historical and literary methods will be used primarily, with greater appreciation for the text and increased theological understanding as intended goals.

 

COURSE OBJECTIVES/OUTCOMES:

Students completing this course will have learned how to interpret an understand the literary and historical features of the Pentateuch. In addition, they will see more clearly the nature of the Bible as both human word and holy Scripture, they develop increased facility in biblical interpretation, and they will move towards a deeper obedience to Scripture in their personal lives.

 

RELEVANCE FOR MINISTRY:

The Pentateuch provides a portion of IsraelÕs Gospel and has played a significant role in the ChurchÕs theology.  ÒWhat was indispensable for the Redeemer, should be indispensable for the redeemedÓ (G. A. Smith).  Students should develop an increased understanding of the unfolding drama of redemption in Scripture, some contours of the Law-Gospel connection, and the significance of the priesthood of all believers for the life of faith.

 

COURSE FORMAT:

Weekend intensive will provide 30 hours of in-class hours. Class time will be devoted to exegesis, lecture with content and illustration in visual aid (PowerPoint), and group discussion.

 

REQUIRED READING:

Goldingay, John, Old Testament Theology: IsraelÕs Gospel (Downers Grove, IL: InterVarsity Press, 2003) pp. 15—528.  ISBN 0-8308-2561-4

Alexander, T. Desmond & Baker, David W., ed.,  Dictionary of the Old Testament: Pentateuch ((Downers Grove, IL: InterVarsity Press, 2003)  Approximately 500-600 pages of selected articles.  ISBN 0-8308-1781-6

     

ASSIGNMENTS:

1.     Review of Goldingay,  (10 pp.).  25%

2.     Term Paper (10  pp.).  25%

3.     Final Exam (12-15 pp..).  50%

 

PREREQUISITES:

None.

 

RELATIONSHIP TO CURRICULUM:

M. Div.: OTA; MAT: Biblical Studies; MACL: OT.

 

FINAL EXAMINATION:

Yes.