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Ph. D. Seminar Interdisciplinary Studies: Biblical Theology+ G125 McMaster Divinity College Winter Semester 2005
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"Some Ways of 'Doing' Biblical Theology: Assessments and a Proposal," in Biblical Theology: Past, Present and Future (ed. Carey Walsh and Mark W. Elliott; Eugene, OR.: Wipf and Stock, 2016).
Biblical Theology is a much talked-about enterprise pursued with little agreement on method or goal. Biblical Theology’s lack of definition is out of proportion to the potential importance of its findings both for the academy and the church. Rather than offering a new definition of Biblical Theology, this paper sketches a framework for such a definition by describing various theories and practices of “whole Bible” Biblical Theologies published since 2000. Using the categories developed in Understanding Biblical Theology (Zondervan, 2012), this paper categorizes a range of recent offerings by plotting them on a spectrum extending from more historical to more theological. Noting especially how each work settles issues of historical diversity versus theological unity, the descriptive versus prescriptive nature of the discipline, whether Biblical Theology is an academic or ecclesial discipline, and especially the kind and degree of unity/disunity between the Old and New Testaments, this paper will isolate the weaknesses of each work. Here a pervasive weakness surfaces, namely, the failure to consider the canon as a criterion for Biblical Theology. Upon isolating this and other shortcomings, the paper will conclude by arguing for a broader, more eclectic approach to Biblical Theology—one that balances both historical and theological concerns as a fitting way forward.
Invitation to Biblical Theology: Exploring the Shape, Storyline, and Themes of Scripture
Invitation to Biblical Theology, 2020
From the Back Cover: Invitation to Biblical Theology provides a thorough overview of biblical theology that is accessible for those new to the topic but substantial enough for advanced study. Defining biblical theology as the study of the whole Bible on its own terms, Jeremy Kimble and Ched Spellman begin with a brief history of the discipline followed by a survey of contemporary approaches. They then lay out their own approach, built on the framework of the canon, the covenants, and the Christ. Taking God's plan of redemption in Christ as the uniting theme of Scripture, Kimble and Spellman survey the grand storyline of the Bible from Genesis to Revelation, showing how each division of the canon moves the overarching story forward. The following ten chapters survey central and recurring themes of Scripture including kingdom, worship, Messiah and atonement, God's glory, and mission. The authors conclude with reflections on how biblical theology can serve the church as well as the academy. For more details, see: https://www.chedspellman.com/2020/09/BiblicalTheology.html
RBL book review of Biblical Theology: Past, Present, and Future Walsh, Carey and Mark W. Elliott, editors
Review of Biblical Literature, 2019
Description: This book offers two things in particular: first, these are papers that have been commented on and re-worked in the context of a set of lively sessions from (International) SBL conferences from 2012 to 2014 (Amsterdam, St. Andrews, Vienna). Second, they offer an insight into the origins of the discipline as one which became conscious of itself in the early modern era and the turn to history and the analysis of texts, to offer something exegetical and synthetic. The fresh wind that the enterprise received in the latter part of the twentieth century is the focus of the second part of the volume, which describes the recent activity up to the present "state of the question" The third part takes a step further to anticipate the way forward for the discipline in an era where "canon"--but also "Scripture" and "theology"--seem to be alien terms, and where other ideologies are advanced in the name of neutrality. Biblical Theology will aim to be true to the evidence of the text: it will not always see clearly, but it will rely on the best of biblical criticism and theological discernment to help it. That is the spirit with which this present volume is imbued. Subjects: Methods, Theological Approaches, Biblical Theology
Revisiting the Merits of a Contested Discipline: Reflections on the Study of Old Testament Theology
2015
Referring to his work as a New Testament scholar doing biblical theology, Peter Stuhlmacher maintains that "the more decisive impulses for understanding the NT [come] from OT scholars." 1 Whether or not this claim can be substantiated by Stuhlmacher's work, 2 my reading of Old Testament theology (OTT) more broadly has brought home both how frightening and how exciting this proposal is. That is, the rationale, methodology, and actual practice of OTT prove to be remarkably unsettled (for reasons that will become clear throughout this paper), and yet the potential OTT holds for illuminating Christian faith, practice, and reflection remains lamentably undervalued. This essay represents an attempt to chart a path through some of the major methodological issues involved in OTT, in order to (1) provide a means of evaluating the usefulness of the resources available, and (2) demonstrate that usefulness for the people of God today (at least as it might come to expression in my own roles of NT scholar, educator, and person of faith). To this end, I will first present brief arguments for my convictions about seven areas of methodological disagreement that I have deemed most crucial, and in the process I will present a working model for OTT. Second, in light of these methodological convictions, I will offer a brief example of how OTT might positively reshape the way Christians approach the NT and Christian life more broadly, by drawing out some ways OTT can deepen our understanding of a theological motif I have identified in the Gospel of John. Part One: Methodological Issues Audience and the Question of Theological Commitments Ben C. Ollenburger perhaps overstates the case with his suggestion that "[m]ethodology is also theology," but the point stands (like it or not) that OT theologians must offer rationale for their
“Mutually Beneficial to our Reading of Scripture”: How Biblical Theology and Theological Hermeneutics Benefit Each Other
Biblical Theology and Theological Hermeneutics have often been practiced as two separate disciplines, with little conversation between the two. This article explores their inter-relation and advances the notion that the two disciplines mutually benefit each other. A brief definition of the two terms is first carried out. As defined in this article, Biblical Theology is marked by its distinctive characteristic of seeking the “inner unity” of the Scriptures, while Theological Hermeneutics is defined as a reflection on general hermeneutics carried out in light of Scripture being, maximally, divine discourse or, minimally, the discourse of the church. Following the definition, the article shows the mutual benefits one brings to the other. On the one hand, Theological Hermeneutics benefits Biblical Theology by questioning the historical positivism undergirding much of its practice so far and by providing an alternate theological starting point of reference. Theological Hermeneutics also affords Biblical Theology hermeneutical resources that could reinforce its central conviction – the reading of Scripture as a unified Scripture. On the other hand, Biblical Theology reminds Theological Hermeneutics that a unity lies at the very centre of the divine discourse it seeks to understand. On account of its concern to unpack the biblical narrative according to its own categories, Biblical Theology allows the horizon of the biblical text to maintain its alterity even as it is brought into the labyrinth of Theological Hermeneutics involving the author, the text, and the reader.
Review of Understanding Biblical Theology
Recent years have witnessed an astounding growth of interest in biblical theology both on the popular and scholarly levels. New series, dictionaries, and monographs continue to be written and read. The explosion of published works has been in no sense monolithic, resulting in a multitude of definitions of, approaches to, and methods for biblical theology. Many find it difficult to get a grasp on what exactly is intended when an author describes her work as "biblical theology." Indeed, two writers can use the same term and mean very different things. One problem, particularly for beginning students, is that there has been no resource to use as an entry-point into the discussion. The authors of Understanding Biblical Theology have sought to fill the need for an introductory text by presenting a descriptive work that leads readers to encounter five approaches to the discipline.
BOOK REPORT HERMENEUTICS PRINCIPLES AND PROCESS OF BIBLICAL INTERPERTATION COLLEGE OF BIBLICAL STUDIES – HOUSTON _____________________________ IN PARTIAL FULFILLMENT OF THE REQUIREMENTS IN ADVANCE BIBLICAL HERMENEUTICS BIBL 3301
applying those rules. (Page 16) 2. Virkler defined General Hermeneutics as the study of those rules that govern interpretation of the entire biblical text. It includes the topics of historicalcultural, contextual, lexical -syntactical and theological analyses. (Page 16) 3. Virkler defined Special Hermeneutics as the study of those rules that apply to specific genres, such as parables, allegories, types, and prophecy. (Page 16) 2. How does Virkler define: textual criticism, historical criticism, exegesis, biblical theology, systematic theology? 1. Virkler defined Textual Criticism: As sometimes referred to as lower criticism. Textual criticism is the attempt to ascertain the original wording of a text. Textual criticism is needed because we have no original manuscripts, only many copies of the originals and these copies have variations among them. (Page 17)
Ph.D./M.A. Seminar: Interdisciplinary Studies—Biblical Theology
G125 (draft)
CH/CI/CM/NT/OT6XD6
McMaster Divinity College
Fall Semester 2007
Mondays, 3:30-5:20 p.m.
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Mark J. Boda, Ph.D.
Professor of Old Testament
(905) 525-9140x24095
mjboda@mcmaster.ca
http://divinity.mcmaster.ca:8111/faculty/faculty.aspx?facid=5
I. Description
Drawing on recent studies and debates within the study of Biblical and Old
Testament Theology, this course provides an opportunity for deeper reflection on
the hermeneutics of Scripture within theology. In this course students will locate
their academic discipline(s) within the broader context of theological and cultural
reflection. It also exposes students to the resources of the biblical tradition for
their advanced degree studies.
II. Purpose
A. Know (Cognitive): To know the breadth of disciplines within the theological
academy and to locate one’s own discipline within that context. To know the role
that canonical resources play within the theological enterprise and the role that
theological resources play within the exegetical enterprise. To know the
development of the discipline of biblical theology and the impact of hermeneutical
shifts on this discipline.
B. Be/Feel (Affective): To fully embrace the global agenda of the theological
enterprise. To gain sensitivity and appreciation for theological disciplines outside
one’s own expertise.
C. Do (Pragmatic): To articulate the mission of one’s own particular discipline
within the larger theological enterprise. To showcase the biblical resources
available for carrying out one’s particular academic theological pursuit. To learn
the skills and contact points for dialogue with those within other theological
disciplines and for facilitating such dialogue among colleagues.
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III. Reading Resources
Welker, Michael, & Schweitzer, Friedrich, eds.
2005
Reconsidering the Boundaries Between Theological Disciplines.
Zur Neubestinnung der Grenzen zwischen den theologischen
Disziplinen. Theology: Research and Science 8. Münster: Lit
Verlag.
Boda, Mark J., and Gordon T. Smith, eds.
2006
Repentance in Christian Theology. Collegeville, Minn: Liturgical
Press (Michael Glazier), 2006.
Articles distributed in class or available in the Class Resource Binder and
Internet.
All required textbooks for this class are available from the College’s book service, READ
On Bookstore, Room 218, McMaster Divinity College. Texts may be purchased on the
first day of class. For advance purchase, you may contact READ On Bookstore, 304 The
East Mall, Suite 100, Etobicoke, ON M9B 6E2: phone 416-620-2934; fax 416-622-2308;
e-mail books@readon.ca. Other book services may also carry the texts.
IV. Schedule
A. Phase 1: Hermeneutics, Biblical Theology and the Theological
Disciplines (September 10, 17, 24, October 1, 15)
The first phase of this course is a combination of reading, lecture and
discussion to lay the historical and hermeneutical foundations for
understanding the discipline of Biblical Theology within the larger context
of the Theological Disciplines. Outside of class seminar participants will be
reading and working on their Position Papers (see Phase 2) as well as
doing preparatory reading for class discussion.
B. Phase 2: Presentations of Theological Discipline Position Papers
(October 22)
In this week the students will work within smaller groups, which will each
have representatives from various disciplines of theological research,
facilitated by faculty members.
C. Phase 3: Seminar Papers (October 29, November 5, 12, 19, 26, 29,
December 3)
In these weeks seminar participants will present major seminar papers.
These papers will be reviewed by all prior to class.
D. Phase 4: Wrap up (December 10)
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V. Course Internet Resource Site
A course internet resource site has been developed for those in this seminar.
Access is available through my personal faculty web page (see top of syllabus;
password will be made available in class). This site will host some reading
resources for this course, papers to be presented in class as well as any links to
internet resources useful for this course. It is expected that each student will print
out the papers to be discussed in class.
VI. Learning Experiences
A. Class Experiences
This is a graduate seminar style class of collaborative learning in which professor
and students are engaged in active learning together. It is expected that all
students will not only attend these sessions, but also that they will assume
responsibility for contributing to and learning from the experience. This means
that readings will be completed prior to arrival in class and that student and
presenter alike will pursue the acquisition of knowledge in the learning
environment. A reading list will be provided for this class.
Value: 20%
B. Theological Discipline Position Paper
For this paper the student will write a minimum 10 page essay articulating the
hermeneutical, historical and theological foundation for the particular discipline
they are pursuing within theology and the ways in which that discipline relates to
the larger theological agenda. Although this paper will have a personal
dimension, it must not be journalistic autobiography (do not use first person), but
rather must engage in deep hermeneutical, historical and theological reflection
that engages key primary and secondary theological resources. Those resources
will include (but not be limited to) the articles read in class, as well as those
available in the textbooks and in the resource binder available in the advanced
degree study rooms (it is not to leave that room, except to photocopy at the Mills
Library), as well as any others the writer finds helpful. Papers are due in hard
copy and digital form at the beginning of class on October 15 and will be posted
on the course web site. Contributors will be put in groups of 3-4 led by a Divinity
College professor and will be required to read their group members’ position
papers prior to the October 22 class and come prepared to reflectively interact.
Each contributor should come prepared to articulate, defend and even revise
their approach in light of the discussion.
Value: 30%
Due: October 15 at the beginning of class
Submission: hard copy and digital format to professor
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C. Seminar Paper
For this learning experience the student will write a minimum 20 page research
paper that has a direct relationship to one’s theological concentration for their
advanced degree. There is some flexibility on the topic, but this paper should
represent new research for the student. Half of the paper must be comprised of
exegetical/biblical theological analysis and the other half systematic/historical/
pastoral/ethical theological reflection. The precise topic will be chosen in
consultation with the professor. In class the student will provide a 5 minute
presentation of the core thesis of the paper and then class members are required
to engage the paper in reflective and critical interaction.
Value: 50%
Due: one week prior to presentation in class
Submission: via email to professor in Word format for posting
VII. Format
So I can properly evaluate your work the following style guide is to be used for papers
in this class.
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Layout: Digitally printed or typewritten in an acceptable font (12 point, Arial or
Roman) double spaced on 8½” x 11” paper with 1” margins, a title page,
bibliography. Please use the “McMaster Divinity College Style Guide for
Essays and Theses” for your formatting and ensure that the course name,
instructor’s and student’s names are on the title page. The title page and
bibliography is not included in the page numbers required. If you wish to
include a table of contents, this is helpful for you and me, but also is not
included in the page numbers required.
Inclusive language: McMaster Divinity College uses inclusive language for
human beings in worship services, student written materials, and all of its
publications. In reference to biblical texts, the integrity of the original
expressions and the names of God should be respected. The NRSV and
TNIV are examples of the use of inclusive language for human beings. It is
expected that inclusive language will be used in chapel services and all MDC
assignments.
Citations: You must cite the source of your material very carefully using the
“McMaster Style Guide for Essays and Theses,” not only when quoting from a
section, but also when drawing from it as resource. Quotations should be kept
to a minimum as I favour integration of secondary literature and the use of
footnotes.
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Academic honesty: Academic dishonesty is a serious offence that may take
any number of forms, including plagiarism, the submission of work that is not
one’s own or for which previous credit has been obtained, and/or
unauthorized collaboration with other students. Academic dishonesty can
result in severe consequences, e.g., failure of the assignment, failure of the
course, a notation on one’s academic transcript, and/or suspension or
expulsion from the College.
Students are responsible for understanding what constitutes academic
dishonesty. Please refer to the Divinity College Statement on Academic
Honesty ~ www.madciv.ca/regs/honesty.php.
So I can properly evaluate your work and help you grow in your biblical and writing skills
the following evaluation guide should be kept in mind as you write:
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Presentation: Is the spelling correct? Does the grammar/syntax reflect
proper English? Is the paper laid out properly?
Argumentation: Is there a good introduction and conclusion? Does the
argument flow with ample support? Is the question answered?
Content: Are all the points considered? Is there proper documentation of
sources used?
VIII. Bibliography:
Key collected volumes on the relationship between Theological Disciplines
Ollenburger, B. C., ed.
1991 So Wide a Sea: Essays on Biblical and Systematic Theology. Elkhart, IN:
Institute of Mennonite Studies.
Green, J. B. and M. Turner, eds.
2000 Between Two Horizons. Spanning New Testament studies and systematic
theology. Grand Rapids: Eerdmans.
Bartholomew, Craig, Mary Healy, Karl Möller, and Robin Parry, eds.
2004 Out of Egypt: Biblical Theology and Biblical Interpretation. Vol. 5 of Scripture and
Hermeneutics Series. Grand Rapids: Zondervan.
Marshall, I. Howard.
2004 Beyond the Bible: Moving from Scripture to Theology. Grand Rapids: Baker
Academic, 2004.
Welker, Michael, & Schweitzer, Friedrich, eds.
2005 Reconsidering the Boundaries Between Theological Disciplines. Zur
Neubestinnung der Grenzen zwischen den theologischen Disziplinen. Theology:
Research and Science 8. Münster: Lit Verlag.
Helmer, Christine, & Petrey, Taylor G., eds.
2005 Biblical interpretation: history, context, and reality. Atlanta: Society of Biblical
Literature.
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Key journal volumes on the relationship between Theological Disciplines
Journal of Religion 76 (1996): 167-289 (papers presented at the University
of Chicago Divinity School, May 7-9, 1995)
Collins, J. J.
1996
Ogden, S. M.
1996
Wood, C. M.
1996
Morgan, R.
1996
“Introduction: The Bible and Christian Theology,” Journal of Religion
76:167-171.
“Theology and Biblical Interpretation,” Journal of Religion 76:172-188.
“Scripture, Authenticity, and Truth,” Journal of Religion 76:189-205.
“Can the Critical Study of Scripture Provide a Doctrinal Norm,” Journal of
Religion 76:206-232.
Jeanrond, W. G.
1996 “Criteria for New Biblical Theologies,” Journal of Religion 76:233-249.
Donahue, John R.
1996 “The Literary Turn and New Testament Theology: Detour or New
Direction?” Journal of Religion 76:250-275.
Long, B. O.
1996 “Ambitions of Dissent. Biblical Theology in a Postmodern Future,”
Journal of Religion 76:276-289.
Newsom, Carol A.
1996 “Bakhtin, the Bible, and Dialogic Truth.” Journal of Religion 76:290-306.
Perkins, Pheme
1996 “Spirit and Letter: Poking Holes in the Canon.” Journal of Religion
76:307-327.
Rendtorff, Rolf
1996 “Recent German Old Testament Theologies.” Journal of Religion 76:328337.
Lefebure, Leo D.
1996 “The Wisdom Tradition in Recent Christian Theology.” Journal of
Religion 76:338-348.
Biblical Interpretation 6 (1998): 131-257
Brett, M. G.
1998
“Biblical Studies and Theology. Negotiating the Intersections,” Biblical
Interpretation 6:131-141.
Sweeney, M. A.
1998 “Reconceiving the Paradigms of Old Testament Theology in the PostShoah Period. [inaugural lecture, School of Theology, Claremont, Ja 23
1996],” Biblical Interpretation 6:142-161.
Olson, D. T.
1998 “Biblical Theology as Provisional Monologization. A Dialogue with Childs,
Brueggemann and Bakhtin,” Biblical Interpretation 6:162-180.
Boer, Roland T.
1998 “Deutero-Isaiah: Historical Materialism and Biblical Theology.” Biblical
Interpretation 6:181-204.
Riches, John
1998 “Text, Church and World: In Search of a Theological Hermeneutic.”
Biblical Interpretation 6:205-234.
Watson, Francis
1998 “A Response to John Riches.” Biblical Interpretation 6:235-242.
Jeanrond, W. G.
1998 “The Significance of Revelation for Biblical Theology,” Biblical
Interpretation 6:243-257.
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Assorted Articles on Biblical Theology and the Disciplines
Hasel, G. F.
1984
“The Relationship between Biblical Theology and Systematic Theology,” TrinJ
ns5:113-127.
Ollenburger, B. C.
1985 “Biblical Theology: Situating the Discipline,” Understanding the Word: Essays in
honor of Bernhard W Anderson (Journal for the Study of the Old Testament
Supplements), J. T. Butler, E. W. Conrad and B. C. Ollenburger, eds., pp. 37-62
Sheffield: JSOT Press.
Dickinson, C.
1995 “Markus Barth and Biblical Theology: A Personal Re-view,” HBT 17:96-116.
Stuckenbruck, L. T.
1999 “Johann Philipp Gabler and the Delineation of Biblical Theology,” Scottish
Journal of Theology 52:139-155.
Carson, D.
2000 “Systematic Theology and Biblical Theology,” New Dictionary of Biblical
Theology, T. D. Alexander and B. S. Rosner, eds., pp. 89-104 Leicester/Downers
Grove: Inter-Varsity Press.
Vanhoozer, K. J.
2000 “Exegesis and Hermeneutics,” New Dictionary of Biblical Theology, T. D.
Alexander and B. S. Rosner, eds., pp. 52-64 Leicester/Downers Grove: InterVarsity Press.
McConville, J. G.
2001 “Biblical Theology: Canon and Plain Sense (Finlayson Memorial Lecture 2001),”
Scottish Bulletin of Evangelical Theology 19:129-133.
Long, B. O.
1997 “Letting Rival Gods Be Rivals: Biblical Theology in a
Postmodern Age,” Problems in Biblical Theology: Essays in Honor of Rolf
Knierim, H. T. C. Sun and K. L. Eades, eds., pp. 222-233 Grand
Rapids/Cambridge, UK: Eerdmans.
Murphy, R. E.
1997 “Reflections on a Critical Biblical Theology,” Problems in
Biblical Theology: Essays in Honor of Rolf Knierim, K. L. Eades, ed., pp. 265-280
Grand Rapids/Cambridge, UK: Eerdmans.
Pannenberg, W.
1997 “Problems in a Theology of (Only) the Old Testament,”
Problems in Biblical Theology: Essays in Honor of Rolf Knierim, H. T. C. Sun and
K. L. Eades, eds., pp. 275-280 Grand Rapids/Cambridge, UK: Eerdmans.
Porter, Stanley E.
2004 “Hermeneutics, Biblical Interpretation, and Theology: Hunch, Holy Spirit or Hard
Work?” Pages 97-127 in Beyond the Bible: Moving from Scripture to Theology.
Edited by I. Howard Mashall. Grand Rapids: Baker Academic.
Vanhoozer, Kevin J.
2004 “Into the Great “Beyond”: A Theological Response to the Marshall Plan.” Pages
81-96 in Beyond the Bible: Moving from Scripture to Theology. Edited by I.
Howard Mashall. Grand Rapids: Baker Academic.
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Debate Between Riches and Watson (also part of Biblical Interpretation)
Watson, F.
1997
Riches, J.
1998
Watson, F.
1998
Text and Truth: Redefining Biblical Theology. Grand Rapids: William B.
Eerdmans (Introduction).
“Text, Church and World. In Search of a Theological Hermeneutic,” Biblical
Interpretation 6:205-234.
“A Response to John Riches,” Biblical Interpretation 6:235-242.
Debate Between Gnuse, Brueggemann and Barr
Brueggemann, W.
2000 “James Barr on Old Testament Theology: A Review of The Concept of Biblical
Theology: An Old Testament Perspective,” HBT 22:58-74.
Gnuse, R.
2001 “The Critic of Biblical Theologians: A Review of James Barr’s The Concept of
Biblical Theology,” BTB 31:44-52.
Barr, J.
2000 “Predictions and Surprises: A Response to Walter Brueggemann’s Review,” HBT
22:93-119.
The Character of Old Testament Theology
Anderson, B. W.
2000 “The Bible in a Postmodern Age,” HBT 22:1-16.
Anderson, B. W. and S. Bishop
1999 Contours of Old Testament theology. Minneapolis, MN: Fortress Press.
Barr, J.
1999 The Concept of Biblical Theology: An Old Testament Perspective. Minneapolis:
Fortress.
Brueggemann, W.
1997 Theology of the Old Testament : testimony, dispute, advocacy. Minneapolis:
Fortress Press.
Gerstenberger, E. S.
2000 “Conflicting Theologies in the Old Testament,” HBT 22:120-134.
Knierim, R. P.
1995 The task of Old Testament theology : substance, method, and cases. Grand
Rapids, Mich.: William B. Eerdmans.
Long, B. O.
1997 “Letting Rival Gods Be Rivals: Biblical Theology in a Postmodern Age,” Problems
in Biblical Theology: Essays in Honor of Rolf Knierim, H. T. C. Sun and K. L.
Eades, eds., pp. 222-233 Grand Rapids/Cambridge, UK: Eerdmans.
Murphy, R. E.
1997 “Reflections on a Critical Biblical Theology,” Problems in Biblical Theology:
Essays in Honor of Rolf Knierim, K. L. Eades, ed., pp. 265-280 Grand
Rapids/Cambridge, UK: Eerdmans.
Pannenberg, W.
1997 “Problems in a Theology of (Only) the Old Testament,” Problems in Biblical
Theology: Essays in Honor of Rolf Knierim, H. T. C. Sun and K. L. Eades, eds.,
pp. 275-280 Grand Rapids/Cambridge, UK: Eerdmans.
Rendtorff, R.
1997 “Approaches to Old Testament Theology,” Problems in Biblical Theology: Essays
in Honor of Rolf Knierim, H. T. C. Sun and K. L. Eades, eds., pp. 13-26 Grand
Rapids/Cambridge, UK: Eerdmans.
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Sailhamer, J.
1995
An Introduction to Old Testament Theology: A Canonical Approach. Grand
Rapids, Mich.: Zondervan.
Seitz, C. R.
1998
Word without End : The Old Testament as abiding theological witness. Grand
Rapids, Mich.: W.B. Eerdmans.
Ollenburger, Ben C.
1986 “What Krister Stendahl ‘Meant’--A Normative Critique of ‘Descriptive Biblical
Theology’.” HBT 8 (1986): 61-98.
Whybray, R. N.
1987 “Old Testament Theology--A Non-existent Beast?” Pages 168-180 in Scripture:
Meaning and Method. Essays Presented to Anthony Tyrell Hanson. Edited by B.
P. Thompson. North Yorkshire: Pickering, 1987.
Barr, James
1988 “The Theological Case Against Biblical Theology.” Pages 3-19 in Canon,
Theology and Old Testament Interpretation. Edited by Gene Tucker, David
Petersen and R. W. Wilson. Philadelphia: Fortress, 1988.
Collins, John J.
1989 “Biblical Theology and the History of Israelite Religion.” in Back to the Sources:
Biblical and Near Eastern Studies. Edited by Kevin J. Rathcart and John J.
Healey. Dublin: Glendale, 1989.
Collins, John J.
1990 “Is a Critical Biblical Theology Possible?” in The Hebrew Bible and Its
Interpreters. Edited by William H. Propp, Baruch Halpern and David Noel
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currently available information. The instructor reserves the right to make changes and
revisions up to and including the first day of class.
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