The unit will examine a broad range of approaches to the use of the Bible in ethics. A number of case studies will illustrate the diversity of biblical material as it relates to particular ethical topics (such as war, reconciliation, human rights, wealth and poverty, abortion, ecology, and sexuality). In exploring hermeneutical analogies, consideration will be given to the similarities and differences between biblical cultures and our own multicultural contexts. Attention will also be paid to the ways in which biblical models and interpretation may play a role in public life.
Unit code: BS9020W
Unit status: Approved (Major revision)
Points: 24.0
Unit level: Postgraduate Elective
Unit discipline: Biblical Studies
Delivery Mode: Face to Face
Proposing College: Whitley College
Show when this unit is running| 1. | Articulate the differences between a range of hermeneutical approaches; |
| 2. | Demonstrate an understanding of the diversity of biblical ethics; |
| 3. | Reflect critically on the cultural dimensions of hermeneutics; |
| 4. | Analyze the key issues at stake in a particular ethical case study; |
| 5. | Assess approaches to ethical questions for the local church and other ministry contexts; |
| 6. | Reflect theologically on biblical texts and relate biblical studies to other theological disciplines in a research project at a postgraduate standard. |
24 points in Field B; 24 points in Systematic Theology
12 weekly sessions, requiring participation. Each session consists of lecturer’s input, guided reading, additional suggested resources, and tutorial tasks requiring critical reflection and peer interaction.
| Type | Description | Word count | Weight (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essay | Essay 3500 words |
3500 | 50.0 |
| Exegetical Essay | Exegetical essay 2500 words |
2500 | 30.0 |
| Critical Review | Critical reviews (x 5) 1500 words |
1500 | 20.0 |
Unit approved for the University of Divinity by Prof Albert Haddad on 7 May, 2025
Unit record last updated: 2025-05-07 10:56:54 +1000