Critical and literary methodologies are utilized in the examination of the biblical text so that presuppositions of the reader must also be explored.
Emphasis is placed upon interaction with the text itself.
This course is not intended to serve as a program of religious instruction but rather may be viewed as a step in understanding the cultural and religious impact which has been realized by this collection of literature called the Bible. The course is divided into fifteen units. Each unit contains assigned readings, a self administered quiz and an essay assignment. Successful completion of each quiz is required before the student can move on to the next unit. Each unit contains a short introduction followed by a series of terms to learn, required readings, and a review quiz.