Hermeneutics - Important Dates

Class Schedule & Duration: Sunday, June 1, 4-8pm. (6 weeks) We will have breaks and a working dinner.  

Registration & Orientation: Sunday, May 18th 6-7pm @ Arvin Assembly of God


BIB121 Introduction to Hermeneutics: How to Interpret the Bible 

This is an introductory course on the principles for interpreting Scripture. It summarizes the need for hermeneutical principles, and explores the qualifications, tools, and goals of a biblical interpreter. This is followed by a historical survey of hermeneutics from early Jewish interpreters to the present. The course includes a unit on the general and specific principles for interpreting the Bible, a unit on genres, and a unit on applying the principles. Students develop their skills by practicing the principles in exercises that are provided. In addition to using your Bible, we recommend that you also use Dictionary of Hermeneutics by Jim Hernando to enhance your learning experience.

Course Objectives

Upon completion of this course, you should be able to

  1. Explain the need for hermeneutical principles to guide interpretation.

  2. Summarize the qualifications, tools, and goals of a biblical interpreter.

  3. Identify key issues in the history of hermeneutics.

  4. Analyze the historical and literary contexts of a given passage of Scripture.

  5. Analyze word meanings and relationships in a given biblical passage.

  6. Contrast figurative and literal language, and identitfy the keys for interpreting each.

  7. Distinguish between biblical genres and the principles for interpreting them.

  8. Summarize the relationship between the Old and New Covenants and God’s kingdom.

  9. Value and identify timeless, cross-cultural principles based on a passage of Scripture.

  10. Discuss the role of the Holy Spirit in interpreting, using, and applying Scripture.

To register now: Arvin School of the Bible

Instructions: You will create a profile to obtain your username and password. You are enrolling in the School of Bible and Doctrine. Please note, that this process is necessary whether you are pursing a diploma or not. In other words, if you take one class or several, the process is the same. Once you are verified and in the system, I will personally direct you on how to set up and purchase the class, do not do this on your own. I have a discount code. 

Cost for the course: 84.00

Cost for the physical textbook (if desired): 18.00 - Once you purchase the course online you will have instant access to the digital textbook. I will submit a group order for textbooks based on how many want one. 

You can also purchase the textbook for Logos (which I also recommend): Logos Link 
Recommended textbook: Dictionary of Hermeneutics by Jim Hernando - Amazon Link - Logos Link