As you review for the quiz, the intended Course Benefits in the syllabus should be a guide

1. State the basic facts with respect to each book's setting, theme, and content. This is essential to the reflection required for teaching and preaching the "whole counsel of God."

As we deal with the historical books, it is important to have a working definition of biblical prophet and history. As we deal with wisdom and hymnody of ancient Israel it is important to have a working definition of genres. Is there a doctrinal core? In what ways is it based on antecedent revelation?

Are there issues with respect to genre, authorship, etc.? What is the best resolution of those issues?

Whom was the author addressing or for whom was the editor compiling the material? What was the core message? What were some of th distinctives of the message? What is the key verse? Are you familiar with key passages.

2. Locate the historical/geographical/cultural setting of main events recorded in this portion of the Hebrew Bible. Clear exposition requires an understanding of the context of revelation.

What is the historical setting for each book studied: When did the events take place-- what is the date of the book?

What were the international, domestic and spiritual conditions during the period of the book (both the period being narrated in the story (e.g. 1 Samuel) or treated in the poem (e.g. Psalm 51) and the period when the book is composed (e.g. 1 & 2 Chronicles)? Are there any geographical details that aid in understanding the text?

3. Analyze how historical narrative was designed to persuade.

What means does the given author/editor use to challenge his audience?

4. Explain and synthesize core theological themes. A good facility in biblical theology is essential to "doing" theology in contemporary settings.

Be prepared to identify and explain key theological themes introduced and/or developed by the book and to discuss the continuity/discontinuity with what precedes and follows.

5. Demonstrate greater skill in interpreting the Hebrew Scriptures. This will benefit both you and all those to whom you minister.

What hermeneutical principles and issues must be kept in mind as we read the historical, wisdom and hymn books?

Further assessed via paper

6. More effectively and faithfully apply the 77% of Scripture we call the Old Testament in life and ministry. This is critical because the whole Bible really is the Christ-follower's Bible.

Assessed via Personal Application and Exegetical Paper.