The Book of Revelation is a highly symbolic, political, and justice-oriented text that speaks to a range of ancient and contemporary issues. This unit offers a close exegetical study of the Revelation in its historical and political setting. Particular attention will be given to the visual context of Revelation, noting how the author of Revelation utilizes and critiques ancient statuary, visual rhetoric, and imperial iconography to expose evil and offer an alternate vision of God’s reign. A Greek tutorial stream will be provided for students with Greek.
Unit code: BN9139P
Unit status: Archived (New unit)
Points: 24.0
Unit level: Postgraduate Elective
Unit discipline: New Testament
Delivery Mode: Online
Proposing College: Pilgrim Theological College
Show when this unit is running1. | Explain and articulate the characteristics of Judeo-Christian apocalyptic literature with particular reference to Revelation |
2. | Identify and describe the main theological motifs in Revelation |
3. | Describe the socio-political setting of Revelation and the use of images in promoting political and religious ideology |
4. | Apply exegetical tools to critically interpret Revelation |
5. | Apply research skills to synthesis and critically evaluate theological themes in Revelation and their relevance for the contemporary church and/or world |
At least 2 units (30 points) of biblical studies or permission of the lecturer
Lectures, seminars, discussion, visual images
Type | Description | Word count | Weight (%) |
---|---|---|---|
Essay | Thematic Essay OR Investigation of Material Culture (2500 words) |
0 | 40.0 |
Exegetical Essay | Exegetical Essay (2500 words) |
0 | 40.0 |
Seminar or Tutorial | Tutorial presentation / Online Forum (1000 words equivalent) |
0 | 20.0 |
Unit approved for the University of Divinity by John Capper on 2 Oct, 2018
Unit record last updated: 2023-04-03 15:13:43 +1000