BS 501 Advanced Hermeneutics and Textual Criticism
A further development of the tools and skills utilized in conducting biblical research for sermons, academic papers, and the writing of graduate theses. Emphasis will be placed upon advanced elements of exegetical methods for conducting research into the Scripture in relationship to its historical-sociological context and various genres. Students will become proficient in the use of technology and translation methodology to assist both students who have a working knowledge of the original languages, as well as those who are limited to previously translated works. Students will understand the nuances of transmitting the original language to the student’s native tongue. Three semester hours credit.