Genesis
Subject Outline
Identity Information:
Subject Title: B 201 Genesis
Year and Semester: Semester 1, 2012
- Victoria Baptist Bible College
1430 Western Highway
Rockbank, Victoria 3335Contact Hours: 34 Contact Hours
Time: Monday, 7 pm to 8 pm; 8:15 pm to 9:15 pm
Lecturer: R. B. Gunter
Class Venue:
- Calvary Baptist Church
328 Bayswater Road
Bayswater North VIC 3153
Description:
A systemic study of the book of beginnings in which problem areas are discussed; introductory materials dealing with liberal positions are exposed; the English text is examined; and devotional application is made.
Outcomes:
Assisting the students
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To be familiar in some depth with the text of the book of Genesis.
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To be introduced to the major schools of Old Testament criticism, hermeneutics and theology.
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To gain understanding and insight into the real historical characters that are portrayed in Genesis.
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To be equipped to begin a more detailed study of particular aspects of Biblical scholarship.
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To apply Biblical truths to their lives.
Required Text:
KJV Bible Commentary (Nelson) pp 3-75.
Assessments:
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Read Genesis 3 times during the term (5 point deduction per read)
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Weekly Reading (Yes/No Question every class)
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Read English Text concurrently with classroom lectures
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Read KJV Bible Commentary (Nelson) concurrently with classroom lectures.
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Required Weekly Reading
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Complete Reading #1 Mid-Term (Question on Exam)
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Complete Reading #2 Final Exam (Question on Exam)
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Exams: Mid-Term (1 hour) and Comprehensive Final (2 hours)
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Essay: Approximately 4,000 words
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Prepare for and participate in class discussions on various topics
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Additional Reading and Reports (Three – 5 points each)
Grading Assessment Criteria
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Assessment
Value
My Grade
Mid-Term
25
Final Exam
25
Essay
25
Reading
15
Class Participation
10
Total
100
Grading Scale
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Value
Grade
90-100
High Distinction (H)
80-89
Distinction (D)
70-79
Credit (C)
60-69
Pass (P)
Below 59
Not Pass
Please Note: This subject outline is tentative and subject to change.
