Unit name | Genesis 1-11: God, Humanity and Hope (Trinity & Baptist College) |
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Unit code | THRS30114 |
Credit points | 10 |
Level of study | H/6 |
Teaching block(s) |
Academic Year (weeks 1 - 52) |
Unit director | Reverend Dr. Lucas |
Open unit status | Not open |
Pre-requisites |
THRS11038 Getting into the Old Testament |
Co-requisites |
None |
School/department | Department of Religion and Theology |
Faculty | Faculty of Arts |
This unit will set Genesis 1-11 within the context of the Hebrew Bible and of ancient near-eastern literature and thought. It will then explore and assess different approaches to the text, such as canonical criticism, feminist and liberationist interpretations, reader-response criticism, scientific issues, with a view to developing insights which speak to contemporary issues.
The unit aims to
On completion of the unit students should:
The unit will consist of 8 lectures and 2 seminars. The seminars will examine the application of particular hermeneutical approaches to specific passages.
The unit will consist of 10 contact hours, equating to 2 contact hours per week for 5 weeks.
Formative assessment will be through preparation for classes and participation in class discussions and seminars.
Summative assessment will be through an essay of 3,000 words which exegetes a chosen passage or applies a theological insight from a specific passage to a contemporary issue.