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Bibl 227: Hermeneutics Y2s2 Question Paper

Bibl 227: Hermeneutics Y2s2

Course:Bachelor Of Theology

Institution: Kabarak University question papers

Exam Year:2009

INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Answer a total of THREE questions
2. Question ONE is COMPULSORY
3. Choose any other TWO

QUESTION ONE (30 MARKS)
(a) (i) Define the term hermeneutics. (2 Marks)
(ii) Distinguish between general hermeneutics and special hermeneutics. (4 Marks)

(b) A member of a certain denomination has strongly disputed with you on the area of Bible
interpretation. He argues that there is no need to interprete the Bible because the Holy spirit
will do it for you. Explain to him why it is important to interprete the Bible. (20 Marks)

(c) Explain the qualifications that an interpreter of the Bible must have that will ensure accurate
results during interpretation. (4 Marks)

QUESTION TWO (20 MARKS)
Describe the method of interpretation that was employed during the following periods of church
history. Jewish interpretation, Hellenistic interpretation, Qumran interpretation, Middle Ages
interpretation, and Luther’s interpretation. (20 Marks)

QUESTION THREE (20 MARKS)
Explain the interpretive guidelines that are recommended by evangelicals for sound biblical
interpretation. (20 Marks)

QUESTION FOUR (20 MARKS)
(a) Define the following terms;
i) Parable
ii) Typology
iii) Prophecy (3 Marks)
(b) What was the purpose of Jesus’ use of parables? (5 Marks)
(c) Explain the interpretive guidelines for each of the following
i) Parables (6 Marks)
ii) Types (6 Marks)

Bibl 227: Hermeneutics Y2s2 Question Paper

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