Biblical Studies, with pathways (Language and Literature; Theology)
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Description
Biblical Studies provides an interdisciplinary approach to interpreting the Bible which allows for focus either in the study of biblical language and literature, with language component; or in theological interpretation and Christian theology. Interpreting the Bible, and compulsory dissertation, plus optional modules. Leads to careers in teaching, museums, media, charities, the church or other religious institutions.
KEY BENEFITS
- Diverse approaches to studying the Bible: in its ancient context, as literature, and as generative source of centuries of theological reflection.
- Optional training in biblical languages. Student with prior knowledge of Hebrew and or Greek can extend their understan…
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Biblical Studies provides an interdisciplinary approach to
interpreting the Bible which allows for focus either in the study
of biblical language and literature, with language component; or in
theological interpretation and Christian theology. Interpreting the
Bible, and compulsory dissertation, plus optional modules. Leads to
careers in teaching, museums, media, charities, the church or other
religious institutions.
KEY BENEFITS
- Diverse approaches to studying the Bible: in its ancient context, as literature, and as generative source of centuries of theological reflection.
- Optional training in biblical languages. Student with prior knowledge of Hebrew and or Greek can extend their understanding of the languages and the range of texts they work with. Introductory modules are available for those with no prior experience.
- A combined and integrative approach to Hebrew Bible/Old Testament and New Testament.
- Teaching in the theory and practice of biblical hermeneutics.
- Optional instruction in the methodology and content of Christian theology with particular attention to the importance of biblical literature in the development of Christian doctrine.
- A strong background for those wishing to go on to research or an excellent independent higher qualification.
- Regular seminars (in both Systematic Theology and Biblical Studies) with papers given by nationally and internationally renowned speakers.
- Unrivalled location gives access to the British Library and the British Museum, as well as the excellent Maughan Library at King's.
- A supportive educational environment within a department that specialises in the three 'Abrahamic' faiths.
PURPOSEPostgraduate level study of the Bible, enabling students
to specialise either in its language and literature or in its
theological reception and interpretation.
DESCRIPTIONThe MA in Biblical Studies can be pursued via two
pathways. The Language and Literature Pathway includes critical
study of the Hebrew Bible and/or New Testament in the historical
and literary contexts out of which they arose, engaging in
questions at the forefront of the scholarly discipline. A biblical
language is compulsory and can be studied at introductory or
advanced level. The Theology Pathway includes engagement with the
theological interpretation of the Bible, and the study of Christian
doctrine as it has developed in constant interplay with biblical
interpretation.
The two pathways share a compulsory module, Interpreting the Bible,
which involves engagement with biblical texts through a wide range
of ancient and modern commentaries and interpretations. Students
will learn how analyse and evaluate the exegetical methods
employed, to negotiate between conflicting interpretations, and to
reflect on the hermeneutical issues that arise. In addition,
students will undertake a range of individual module options and
pursue in-depth study through a supervised research
dissertation.
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