Special attention will be given to the prophetic genre and to prophetic theology. This course requires primary readings from Isaiah, Jeremiah, and Malachi. Students should read the corresponding commentary material for each class session unless otherwise noted in the syllabus. Students will take quizzes on assigned reading, will take mid-term and final examinations, and will write an exegetical research paper on a prophetic passage of their choice.
Quizzes are of the short-answer variety, while examinations are essay exercises.
The paper will be 15-20 pages in length and will utilize no fewer than ten secondary sources beyond the Bible and your textbooks. Course Objectives 1. To gain specific knowledge of three prophetic books through close examination of these texts. To gain specific knowledge of a passage of personal interest through the writing of a term paper. To gain expertise in applying texts to current situations through class discussion.