Article: Listen to each word in the passage. Pay attention to each verse. Take your time and read the passage a few times to yourself and aloud. You may also want to read the passage from a number of different translations aloud so you get a better sense of it. Though you will choose only one translation of the passage for the exegesis, it doesn't hurt to look at other translations. Go through the passage and write down any words you do not understand or recognize. Look them up and think about their meaning in the context of the passage. You should also consider the grammar and syntax of the passage. Notice the structure of the sentences, the tenses of the verbs, as well as the phrases and clauses used. For example, you may circle words like "sow," "root," and "soil" in the passage because you think they are important. You may also note that the passage ends with "Whoever has ears, let them hear," which is the standard refrain for a parable in the Bible. You are encouraged to use secondary sources for the exegesis, such as theological articles and commentaries in journals or books. You can also use a Biblical dictionary as a source. Use a theological library or online theological journals to find sources about the passage. You can also look for articles, essays, and commentaries that discuss the literary genre of the passage as well as any themes or ideas that you notice in the passage. Before you dive into the writing, make an outline for the essay that is broken into five sections. Make sure you have an introduction, a body, and a conclusion for the essay. You may follow an outline like: Section 1:Introduction Section 2: Commentary on the passage Section 3: Interpretation of the passage Section 4: Conclusion Section 5: Bibliography
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Read the bible passage aloud. Take notes on the passage. Read secondary literature about the passage. Create an outline for the essay.