Biblical Studies
“A thorough knowledge of the Bible is worth more than a college education.” Theodore Roosevelt
Overview
Year 8 Biblical Studies tackles two of the most challenging parts of the Bible. The Kings & Prophets of Israel and the book of Revelation. The first study focuses on an area of the Bible that students need to understand if they are to be able to read and learn from the books that are contained within it. The second study encourages students to have a good knowledge of the text of Revelation and the first century context in which it was written.
Aims
- To help students master the timeline and historical detail of the Kings and Prophets of Israel
- To help students grow in their appreciation and awareness of the Biblical Prophets
- To continue to build the students understanding of the unfolding revelation of God that climaxes in the life and death of Jesus
- For students to read and be thoroughly versed in the text of the Book of Revelation
- For students to be able to explain and find links between the text of Revelation and the situation of the late first century church
- To continue to build the discipline of Bible reading in the life of the student
Topics Include
- Semester 1: Kings and Prophets of Israel
- Semester 2: The Book of Revelation
Time Allocation
Requirements
- Any full translation of the Bible
Assessment
- Bible Reading Plans
- Research Assignments
- Oral Presentations
- Tests
“But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have” 1 Peter 3:15
