Universität Wien

010036 VO Introduction to the Bible (2021W)

3.00 ECTS (2.00 SWS), SPL 1 - Katholische Theologie
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Details

Language: German

Examination dates

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

The course takes place in presence, if possible. For students belonging to risk groups, alternative forms of completing the course are offered.

Wednesday 06.10. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 6 Franz König Hauptgebäude, Tiefparterre Stiege 9 Hof 5
Wednesday 13.10. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 6 Franz König Hauptgebäude, Tiefparterre Stiege 9 Hof 5
Wednesday 20.10. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 6 Franz König Hauptgebäude, Tiefparterre Stiege 9 Hof 5
Wednesday 27.10. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 6 Franz König Hauptgebäude, Tiefparterre Stiege 9 Hof 5
Wednesday 03.11. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 6 Franz König Hauptgebäude, Tiefparterre Stiege 9 Hof 5
Wednesday 10.11. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 6 Franz König Hauptgebäude, Tiefparterre Stiege 9 Hof 5
Wednesday 17.11. 16:45 - 18:15 Hörsaal 6 Franz König Hauptgebäude, Tiefparterre Stiege 9 Hof 5
Wednesday 24.11. 16:45 - 18:15 Digital
Wednesday 01.12. 16:45 - 18:15 Digital
Wednesday 15.12. 16:45 - 18:15 Digital
Wednesday 12.01. 16:45 - 18:15 Digital
Wednesday 19.01. 16:45 - 18:15 Digital
Wednesday 26.01. 16:45 - 18:15 Digital

Information

Aims, contents and method of the course

The course introduces into basic questions on the Bible, its origins, formation and interpretation. The first part deals with canon, inspiration, hermeneutics and the relationship between Judaism and Christianity. Part two is concerned with the textual history of the Hebrew Bible and the New Testament as well as the history of interpretation. Part three introduces into the history of ancient Israel.

Assessment and permitted materials

Written exam, 45 minutes
Valuation key: 100-87 points = excellent, 86-75 = good, 74-63 = satisfactory, 62-51 = sufficient, 50-0 insufficient.
Exam dates see http://bibelwissenschaft-ktf.univie.ac.at/studium/

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

Basic knowledge about the Bible, its origins and development; its interpretation and hermeneutics.
Basic knowledge of the history of biblical Israel.

Examination topics

Literature - see below.

Reading list

- Lee Martin McDonald, The Origin of the Bible: A Guide for the Perplexed, London 2011, online resource, chapters 1-5 + p. 208-238.
- Armin Lange/Emanuel Tov (eds.), Textual History of the Bible. The Hebrew Bible, vol. 1A, pp. 3-50 (from 1.1.1. to 1.1.2.2.2).
- Marianne Moyaert, Dei Verbum, Nostra Aetate and Interfaith Dialogue, Louvain Studies 39 (2015/16) 43-62.
- Michael D. Coogan (ed.), The Oxford History of the Biblical World, Oxford 1998, chs. 2 (exodus from Egypt), 3 (emergence of Ancient Israel), 5 (early monarchy), 6 (Judah and Israel from Solomon the fall of Samaria), 7 (From Assyrian conquest to Babylonian Exile), 8 (Persian Period), 9 (Hellenistic Period)
!! Please do not learn details but concentrate on central facts and results.

Association in the course directory

für 011 (15W) FTH 01, 033 195 (17W) BRP 04krp, 033 195 (17W) BRP 04ktb, 198 418 UF BA RK 2, auslaufende Studienpläne: gilt als "Einleitung in das Alte Testament" für D1 für 011 (11W) für EC "Die Bibel: Buch, Geschichte, Auslegung" verwendbar

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