Develop the ability to read and understand the Old Testament more closely in its original Hebrew,
gaining direct access to the language in which it was written.
Grow in appreciation for the richness, depth, nuance, and literary beauty of Scripture,
including features such as wordplay, rhythm, and layered meanings that are often difficult to capture in translation.
Strengthen sound exegetical and hermeneutical practices, enabling more careful interpretation of the
biblical text and helping to avoid common interpretive errors.
Deepen personal study and devotion by engaging Scripture more attentively,
allowing the text to speak on its own terms and drawing nearer to its original context and message.
Improve the ability to communicate biblical truth clearly and accurately through teaching,
preaching, discipleship, small-group study, and everyday conversations.
Better serve the church by helping others understand, apply, and delight in God's Word
through insights gained from the original language.
Cultivate a lifelong foundation for continued growth in biblical scholarship, faithful interpretation,
and ministry effectiveness.
To be of some small help to you in your journey to please Christ as you,
with His help, "study" (gk. σπουδάζω – strive) to "...rightly divide the word of truth." – 2 Timothy 2:15.
To promote sound exegesis and hermeneutics of the Biblical text.
Exegesis: Determining the meaning of the text.
Hermeneutics: The study of principles and methods of interpretation.
What does it mean for exegesis and hermeneutics to be sound?
Requests:
Pray for one another. Pray for the instructors. Pray for the class sessions.
Please remember that our understanding of the text is ultimately reliant on the
Lord "...opening the eyes of our understanding, that we might understand the scriptures." — Luke 24:45.
Please come prepared. Read the lesson material and syllabus before class.
Please practice the material outside class.
Please participate. Ask questions. Take part in class discussions and exercises.
Don't take it for granted that we have not made a mistake.
If we say something you believe to be incorrect, please bring it to our attention, ASAP
(1 Thess 5:21, 1 John 4:1).
If something isn't working well for you in class, please bring it to our attention.
If you have suggestions on what would make the class more valuable to you, please say so.