To gain an understanding of the overall message of the Book of Judges. To learn the theological, historical, geographical, political, social and especially literary context of various Old Testament narratives, especially Judges, and how such context guides interpretation. To think through how Old Testament narratives are relevant to contemporary life and draws one closer to the living God. To read Judges and a substantial amount of other Old Testament narratives. Participation highly encouraged.
Attendance is mandatory.
After two unexcused absences, students will be graded down one letter grade for every subsequent unexcused absence. Reading should be completed before class time listed. Students are responsible to be aware of forthcoming reading assignments given in syllabus. Sometimes study exercises will be done in class. Quizzes will be taken from review questions found at the end of each chapter.