Universität Wien

010036 VO Introduction to the Bible (2025W)

3.00 ECTS (2.00 SWS), SPL 1 - Theologien und Religionswiss.
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We 17.12. 15:00-16:30 Hörsaal 1 Hauptgebäude Tiefparterre Stiege 1 Hof 1

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Details

Language: German

Examination dates

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

  • Wednesday 08.10. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal 1 Hauptgebäude Tiefparterre Stiege 1 Hof 1
  • Wednesday 22.10. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal 1 Hauptgebäude Tiefparterre Stiege 1 Hof 1
  • Wednesday 29.10. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal 1 Hauptgebäude Tiefparterre Stiege 1 Hof 1
  • Wednesday 05.11. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal 1 Hauptgebäude Tiefparterre Stiege 1 Hof 1
  • Wednesday 12.11. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal 1 Hauptgebäude Tiefparterre Stiege 1 Hof 1
  • Wednesday 19.11. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal 1 Hauptgebäude Tiefparterre Stiege 1 Hof 1
  • Wednesday 26.11. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal 1 Hauptgebäude Tiefparterre Stiege 1 Hof 1
  • Wednesday 03.12. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal 1 Hauptgebäude Tiefparterre Stiege 1 Hof 1
  • Wednesday 10.12. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal 1 Hauptgebäude Tiefparterre Stiege 1 Hof 1
  • Wednesday 07.01. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal 1 Hauptgebäude Tiefparterre Stiege 1 Hof 1
  • Wednesday 14.01. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal 1 Hauptgebäude Tiefparterre Stiege 1 Hof 1
  • Wednesday 21.01. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal 1 Hauptgebäude Tiefparterre Stiege 1 Hof 1

Information

Aims, contents and method of the course

Course content:
This lecture offers an introduction to basic questions on the Bible and its interpretation. The canon, its origins and development, inspiration, hermeneutics and the relationship between Judaism and Christianity will be discussed, as well as the history of interpretation and basic facts about the history of Ancient Israel.

Objectives:
At the end of the course, students will be able to give qualified information about the above-mentioned topics.

Method:
In addition to listening to the lecture, students are also expected to read the literature mentioned below.

Assessment and permitted materials

Written exam, 45 minutes
NO materials may be used in the exam.
First possible examination date: 2026/01/27
Further examination dates will be offered in the summer term 2026.

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

The following grading scale will be used: 100-87 points = excellent (1), 86-75 = good (2), 74-63 = satisfactory (3), 62-51 = sufficient (4), 50-0 insufficient (5).

Examination topics

The content of the lecture and the literature mentioned below (in German).
If you want to take the exam in English, please contact the lecturer in advance.

Reading list

Alternative literature in English:
- 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.
If you want to take the exam using the alternative English literature, please contact the lecturer in advance.

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
für EC "Die Bibel: Buch, Geschichte, Auslegung" verwendbar

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