Part II: Introduction to Hebrew Bible/Old

TestamentSeptember 2, 2010

By the end of Part II, students should be able

to…1. Recall the major events in the history of Israel2. Describe and apply the process of the

“hermeneutical circle” in regard to Biblical texts3. Describe the difference between the Historical-

Critical Method, Form Criticism, Redaction Criticism, and theological interpretation, and explain how they can work together

4. Identify and Define the literary genres found in the Hebrew Bible

Learning Objectives