Old Testament Apocalyptic Literature

Old Testament Apocalyptic Literature

Course description:

A survey of the development of apocalyptic literature in the OT (Isaiah, Daniel, Ezekiel, Joel, Zechariah) and the intertestamental period (2 Esdras and Enoch). This survey includes an introduction to the character of apocalyptic, foundational principles for the interpretation of apocalyptic, and an evaluation of apocalyptic as a communicative and revelatory
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Texts:

Holy Bile, Apocrypha Literature, handouts and assigned reading by the Professor

Course requirements:

b. One (1) research paper, ten to fifteen pages in length, focusing upon the teaching of this class. Your task in this paper will be to justify thoroughly why these works are considered to be "apocalyptic," based upon the principles and characteristics that will be elaborated throughout the course. The paper must be typed (double-spaced). The paper accounts for 25% of the final grade.

c. Mastery of the assigned readings and diligent are necessary prerequisites for the successful completion of this course. Each student is responsible for all lectures, class discussions, assignments, handouts, and announcements, whether or not he/she is present when they occur.

d. Theology Paper--Theology paper of 8-10 pages (12 point, type written, double spaced) will give opportunity for the student to read the material of this class not just for knowledge, but as instructions for believers based on solid Christian doctrine. For this paper, a particular doctrinal theme may be traced throughout all or part of the this class or a practical issue may be chosen and investigated regarding its associated theological implications. Papers should not merely report the results of research, but should show that the student is evaluating and processing the material. Work should be free of grammar and spelling mistakes.

Miscellaneous information:

a. The grading scale used in this course is as follows: 91-100 A; 81-90 B; 71-80 C; 61-70 D; and 0-60 F.

b. One of the requirements of this course is to complete the work of the course on:

1) All examinations must be completed by the end of the class

2) The student may elect to "drop" one (1) of the previous exam scores (presumably the lowest). If this option is exercised, the student must sit for a comprehensive final examination at the time and date officially decreed by the administration for the relevant class section. The score of this "final exam" will then replace the earlier exam grade for the purposes of course evaluation. Students who are satisfied with their semester's work are not obligated to sit for this exam.