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THEO 615 |
Richard Ascough
Assistant Professor of New Testament
Queen's Theological College
Kingston, ON
Canada, K7L 3N6
(613) 533-6000 x78066
| Course Description |
An investigation of the apocalyptic genre, which will include its uses and the means to interpret it. The primary focus of the course will be the theological perspectives and social functions of apocalyptic in the Hebrew Bible, the Christian Scriptures, and non-canonical documents. We will also survey the appropriation of apocalyptic themes throughout history in artistic forms such as art, fiction, and film, with particular attention to our own time and cultures.
By the end of the course students will
- be familiar with the content of many of the ancient apocalyptic
writings
- be able to properly interpret ancient apocalyptic texts
- understand how apocalyptic has become part of the fabric of our
society
- be able to bridge the apocalyptic message of the Bible with today's world.
Prerequisite/Co-requisite(s): THEO 515 & 516 or permission of instructor.