PM103 — Biblical Hermeneutics and Exegesis

Interpret Scripture responsibly using literary, historical, cultural and theological methods.

Program: Certificate in Pastoral Ministry (non-accredited). Prerequisite: PM102. Format: Self-paced written lessons, quizzes, and assignments. Note: This training does not confer academic credit, professional licensure, or ordination.

What You Will Learn

• Explain major biblical and theological principles relevant to the subject.
• Apply responsible interpretation and ethical reasoning to ministry situations.
• Produce written and practical work demonstrating ministry readiness.

Course Overview

Interpret Scripture responsibly using literary, historical, cultural and theological methods.

This course contains 14 lessons, each with guided reading, reflection, a written assignment and four knowledge-check questions. Students should consult relevant biblical texts and credible references, and complete work in their own words.

Assessment

Complete all lessons and assignments; recommended minimum score: 70%. The program-wide final project is assessed separately in PM304.

Prerequisites

PM102

Course Lessons

1. Why Interpretation Matters
2. Context Before Application
3. Historical and Cultural Background
4. Literary Genres
5. Narrative Interpretation
6. Poetry and Wisdom
7. Prophetic Literature
8. Interpreting the Gospels
9. Interpreting Parables
10. Reading the Epistles
11. Apocalyptic Literature
12. Word Studies and Translation
13. Comparing Interpretations
14. Writing an Exegetical Paper