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Introduction to Hermeneutics: How to Interpret the Bible (C-BIB 121)


Description
This course will focus on the science and art of Biblical Interpretation. The aim is to foster and encourage a deeper understanding of the scriptures, as well as to engage the student in analysis and theological reflection through the use of various interpretive methods. The student will be given sample passages of Scripture to which he or she will apply the guidelines of biblical interpretation that they have learned.

*Supplemental reading recommendation: How to Read the Bible for All It’s Worth: Gordon Fee and Douglas Stuart, (https://amzn.to/2RYcskY)

**Student's will not need to purchase the course text book. All the material is available with your subscription.

Credential Level: Certified Course Instructor: Rev. Kyle Miller

Content
  • Getting Started
  • ¡COURSE UPDATE!
  • A Note from the Director
  • Welcome to the Course!
  • Section 1 - What Is The Bible?
  • Section 1 Intro sample
  • Intro to Hermeneutics in under 5 minutes!*
  • Why Study The Bible? - Chan & Platt
  • The Bible Project: What is The Bible?
  • Know How We Got Our Bible
  • Choosing The Right Bible Translation for Your Church - Part 1
  • Choosing The Right Bible Translation for Your Church - Part 2
  • The Bible Project: The Bible as Jewish Meditation
  • 7 Superhuman Qualities of the Bible
  • Where Did the Bible Come From?
  • The Bible, Can We Trust It?
  • What is Biblical Hermeneutics?*
  • Grasping God's Word: Chapter 1
  • Intro to Hermeneutics Quiz #1
  • Intro to Hermeneutics Personal Reflection #1
  • Resources & Extras #1
  • Section 2 - The Interpretive Journey
  • Section 2 Intro sample
  • The Bible Project: The Story of The Bible
  • Basics of Interpretation
  • Grasping God's Word Lecture - Scott Duvall and Danny Hays
  • The Interpretive Journey - Part 1
  • The Interpretive Journey - Part 2
  • Grasping God's Word: Chapter 2
  • Everything Boils Down to Hermeneutics
  • Pentecostal Hermeneutics Part 1
  • Intro to Hermeneutics Quiz #2
  • Intro to Hermeneutics Personal Reflection #2
  • Resources & Extras #2
  • Section 3 - Historical & Cultural Context
  • Section 3 Intro sample
  • Historical-Cultural and Situational Background to Bible - Dr. Ken Schenck - 1
  • Historical-Cultural and Situational Background to Bible - Dr. Ken Schenck - 2
  • How Our Cultural Context Impacts the Way We Interpret Scripture
  • Understanding The Bible in Its Cultural Context
  • New Testament Letters: Historical Context
  • How to Read the Bible in Context
  • The Theological Necessity of an Historical Interpretation of the Bible
  • The New Testament in Its World - N.T. Wright Interview
  • What Kind of Culture Shaped the Bible?
  • Pentecostal Hermeneutics Part 2
  • Intro to Hermeneutics Quiz #3
  • Intro to Hermeneutics Personal Reflection #3
  • Resources & Extras #3
  • Section 4 - Literary Context
  • Section 4 Intro sample
  • Grasping God's Word: Literary Context
  • Immediate Context of a Bible Passage - Part 1
  • Immediate Context of a Bible Passage - Part 2
  • How to Do a Main Topical Study and Find the Author's Flow of Thought
  • Literary Context
  • What kinds of literary techniques are used in the Bible?
  • Intro to Hermeneutics Quiz #4
  • Intro to Hermeneutics Personal Reflection #4
  • Resources & Extras #4
  • Section 5 - Word Studies
  • Section 5 Intro sample
  • How to do Word Studies
  • Greek for the Rest of Us Video Lecture - Part 1
  • Greek for the Rest of Us Video Lecture - Part 2
  • Bible Study: How Greek word studies can lead you astray
  • Word Studies
  • 3 Reasons Not to Mention Greek and Hebrew Words in a Sermon
  • 4 Steps to Studying the Bible in Context
  • Word Study: Shema
  • Intro to Hermeneutics Quiz #5
  • Intro to Hermeneutics Personal Reflection #5
  • Resources & Extras #5
  • Section 6 - Studying Genres Part 1
  • Section 6 Intro sample
  • Three Major Genres of the Bible - Dr. Jeannine Brown
  • The Bible Project: Literary Styles in the Bible
  • The Bible Project: Plot in Biblical Narrative
  • The Bible Project: Character in Biblical Narrative
  • The Bible Project: Setting in Biblical Narrative
  • The Bible Project: Design Patterns in Biblical Narrative
  • Interpreting the Bible's Narrative Genre - Part 1
  • Interpreting the Bible's Narrative Genre - Part 2
  • The Bible Project: The Book of Psalms
  • The Bible Project: Metaphor in Biblical Poetry
  • The Bible Project: The Art of Biblical Poetry
  • The Bible Project: The Prophets
  • Tips for Reading Bible Genres: Narrative
  • Literary Forms in the Bible
  • The Many Genres of Scripture
  • Intro to Hermeneutics Quiz #6
  • Intro to Hermeneutics Personal Reflection #6
  • Resources & Extras #6
  • Section 7 - Studying Genres Part 2
  • Section 7 Intro sample
  • How To Read Biblical Law*
  • Interpreting the Bible's Wisdom Literature Genre
  • How to Read The Books of Solomon*
  • Interpreting New Testament Epistles
  • New Testament Revelation
  • Introduction to Biblical Interpretation*
  • Why Should I Study the Old Testament?
  • Tips for Reading Bible Genres: Law
  • How to Preach from the Minor Prophets
  • Tips for Reading Bible Genres: The Gospels & Acts
  • Tips for Reading Bible Genres: The Letters
  • Intro to Hermeneutics Quiz #7
  • Intro to Hermeneutics Personal Reflection #7
  • Resources & Extras #7
  • Section 8 - Finding Meaning & Teaching Principles
  • Section 8 Intro sample
  • Crossing the Principlizing Bridge
  • A Postmodern Bible Study - Part 1
  • A Postmodern Bible Study - Part 2
  • A Postmodern Bible Study - Part 3
  • True and Better
  • What Is Exegesis & Why Is It Important?
  • Understanding the Flow of Meaning of a Biblical Book
  • Avoiding Mistakes in the Application of Scripture Gateway Blog
  • All about Hermeneutics: A Guide to Interpreting God’s Word Faithfully
  • Top 5 Heresies Among American Evangelicals
  • The 5 Most Misused and Abused Bible Verses
  • Expository Preaching: What It Is—and 20 Features
  • Why Pentecostals Don’t Preach Expository Sermons?
  • Intro to Hermeneutics Quiz #8
  • Intro to Hermeneutics Personal Reflection #8
  • Resources & Extras #8
  • Section 9 - Pastor's Practical Tips
  • Section 9 Intro sample
  • How to read the Bible for all it's Worth - Gordon Fee
  • Studying The Bible Prayerfully and Obediently
  • Studying the Bible Logically
  • How To Study The Bible - Part 1
  • How To Study The Bible - Part 2
  • How To Study The Bible - Part 3
  • How To Study The Bible - Part 4
  • How Should We Read the Bible? - Gordon Fee - part 1
  • How Should We Read the Bible? - Gordon Fee - part 2
  • How To Completely Misuse The Bible In 5 Easy Steps
  • The Uniqueness of the Bible
  • AG Position Paper: The Inspiration, Inerrancy, and Authority of Scripture
  • Intro to Hermeneutics Quiz #9
  • Intro to Hermeneutics Personal Reflection #9
  • Resources & Extras #9
  • A Quick Note About The Final
  • Section 10 - Student Presentation 14d
  • Final Presentation
  • Final Reflection
  • Wrapping Up
  • End of Class Survey
  • You're one step closer!
  • Petition for exemption of new materials
Completion rules
  • All units must be completed
  • Leads to a certificate with a duration: Forever