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ABILENE CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY
COLLEGE OF BIBLICAL STUDIES
DEPARTMENT OF BIBLE, MINISTRY, AND MISSIONS
BIBL 466 – REVELATION
January, 2010
Dr. Ian A. Fair
SYLLABUS
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course presents an exegetical study in the John’s letter to the
Seven Churches of Asia, commonly known
simply as Revelation.
The course will begin with
an introduction to Revelation, its historical, literary and theological
context.
The course will proceed
through a verse by verse study of the text in which the text will be
interpreted in its historical, literary, and theological context.
An attempt will be made to
understand the theological message of Revelation in its original
context, and to make application of that theological message to
contemporary situations.
We will examine attempts
to interpret Revelation through the ages, and to propose a biblical
hermeneutic that maintains the integrity of the original text.
COURSE METHODOLOGY:
The course will be a
lecture class with discussion built into the lectures.
Reading
of the textbook will be necessary for competent discussion.
Several links to web pages
are included to enrich the student’s learning process.
COURSE ASSIGNMENTS:
Reading
Assignments:
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The Book of Revelation must be read through twice, once before the
course begins.
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Read the textbook by Dr. Ian A. Fair,
Revelation, Visions of Victory,
2000, HillCrest Publishers, ISBN 0-89112-280-X
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Read the article on
Apocalyptic in
The Anchor Bible Dictionary.
A digitized version of this article can be had by clicking
here.
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Read the article on Revelation
in
The Anchor Bible Dictionary.
A digitized version of this article can be had by clicking
here.
Supplementary Materials and Resources:
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Important Journal Articles on Apocalyptic and Eschatology
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A link to a video presentation of
The Seven Cities of Asia
is included. This may be
viewed by clicking here.
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A study guide to The Book of Revelation,
Conquering in Christ,
in 13 Lessons. This may be
accessed by clicking here.
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A study guide to the final examination can be accessed by clicking
here.
Final Exam:
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There will be a Final Exam over the course on the last day of the
course.
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The Final Exam will include on matching question, several essay
questions, one of which will be a major integrative theological
question.
COURSE GOALS:
The student will be:
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Introduced to
the literary genre (type) of Revelation and Apocalyptic.
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Introduced to
the literary background of Revelation.
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Led through a
detailed verse by verse study of Revelation and be able to discuss
the relevance of Revelation for contemporary life and ministry.
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Able to
articulate the theology of Revelation.
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The student
will be able to discourse meaningfully on the content, theology, and
relevance of Revelation.
OUTCOMES ASSESSMENT
Student learning and comprehension of the content and theology of the
course will be measured by discussion, a final exam, and a major
integrative question on the final exam.
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OBJECTIVE
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ASSESSMENT
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1. To acquaint the student to the
full range of Apocalyptic thought.
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1. Class discussion and exam.
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2. To acquaint the student with the
unique theology and structure of Revelation
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2. Class discussion and exam.
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3. To introduce the student to an
appropriate exegetical approach to the Book of Revelation
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3. Class discussion and exam.
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4. To lead the student into a
detailed study and knowledge of the theology of the
Revelation
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4. Class discussion, exam and
integrative question on final exam.
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5. To explore the genre of
Apocalyptic and Eschatology
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5. Class discussion and exam.
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6. To enable the student to
integrate the theology of Revelation into personal life and
ministry
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6. Exam and a integrative question
on final exam.
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THEOLOGICAL REFLECTION QUESTION ON FINAL EXAM
As a component of the final exam a major question will relate to
integrating the theology of Revelation into pand ministry.
GRADES AND GRADING POLICY
The final grade will be an average of the reflective paper grade and the
final examination grade.
A = 90%+
Excellent work
B = 80%+
Good work
C = 70%+
Acceptable work
D = 60%+ Poor work
F = 59%-
Failing work
COURSE SCHEDULE:
Monday: Orientation and Introduction
Tuesday: Structure and Rev 1-3
Wednesday: Rev 4-11
Thursday: Rev 12-18
Friday: Rev 19-22, Final Exam
CLASS ATTENDANCE AND GRADING:
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Class attendance is required at all classes.
Absence from a morning or afternoon session will result in
the loss of on letter grade on the final grade.
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The professor will not regrade a final exam unless there are
extenuating circumstances calling for this.
The professor will determine the extenuating circumstances.
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No makeup work for improving a grade will be permitted.
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Students using cell phones for any purpose during class for any
reason will have their final grade lowered by one letter grade.
No exception!
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Likewise students texting and sending e-mail or receiving text and
e-mail messages during class will have their final grade lowered by
one letter grade.
BIBLIOGRAPHY:
The
following is a brief bibliography for Revelation:
Ian A. Fair,
Revelation: Visions of Victory,
HillCrest Publishers, ACU Press, Abilene,
Texas, 2000.
Ian A. Fair,
Conquering With Christ: A
Commentary on the Book of Revelation, ACU Press, Abilene, Texas,
2010.
Bill Humble and Ian Fair,
The Seven Cities of Asia,
Gospel Advocate, 1995.
G. B. Caird,
The Revelation of St. John
the Divine, Harper and Row, 1966.
Grant R. Osborne,
Revelation, Baker, 2002.
G. K. Beale,
The Book of Revelation, Eerdmans, 1999.
G. R. Beasley-Murray,
Revelation, Eerdmans, 1974.
David Aune,
Revelation, Word Biblical
Commentary, 3 vols. 1996-90.
Robert H. Mounce, The Book of
Revelation, Eerdmans, 1977, 1998.
Adela Yarbro Collins,
The Combat Myth in the Book of Revelation, Missoula: Scholars Press, 1976.
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Crisis and Catharsis:
The Power of the Apocalypse,
Westminster, 1984.
John J. Collins,
The Apocalyptic Imagination,
Crossword, 1987.
PROFESSOR IAN A. FAIR
Web Address:
http://www.centerce.org
E-Mail Address:
pmbzulunatal@animas.net
Dr. Fair’s cell phone:
(972)971-7817
Abilene Phone During
Course: (325)673-8755 (Dr. Ash’s home)
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