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Hermeneutics And Exegesis(Theo 208) (Theo 128) Question Paper

Hermeneutics And Exegesis(Theo 208) (Theo 128)

Course:Theology And Religious Studies

Institution: Kenya Methodist University question papers

Exam Year:2012

TIME : 2 HOURS

INSTRUCTIONS
Answer THREE questions only, one from section A and two from section B.
Each question carries 20 Marks.
SECTION A
Question One
Respond to the following statements in relationship to the hermeneutical practice:
"Every biblical writer was influenced by his environment"
(5 Marks)

"The function of a word depends on its association with other words"
(5 Marks)

"Usage determines the meaning of words".
(5 Marks)

"Two writers do not independently express thoughts alike".
(5 Marks)

Question Two
Compare and contrast the theological and historical contexts of a given biblical text. (20 Marks)

SECTION B
Question Three
Identify and explain at least five rules when contextualizing a biblical text. (20 Marks)

Question Four
Define intertextuality in hermeneutics and provide at least five guidelines in applying the skill. (20 Marks)

Question Five
Differentiate between the following forms of interpretation:
Literal interpretation.
(5 Marks)
Historical interpretation.
(5 Marks)
Grammatical interpretation.
(5 Marks)
Rhetorical interpretation.
(5 Marks)

Question Six
What are the principles that guide correct application of a text? (20 Marks)

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