2. Objectives of the Course
2.1 In view of theology in general, that this careful study (exegesis) of the Penatateuch lead to a greater understading of Christian faith and revelation—of who the God of Jesus as revealed in the Torah.
2.2 In view of pastoral studies, that the insights on leadership drawn from this study provide future leaders of the church—clergy, lay and religious—inspiration and guide in their current apostolate and pastoral work.
2.3 In view of Christian ethics (moral theology), that the laws in the Pentateuch, studied in their context, be better appreciated as Israel’s way of behaving in God’s presence—not a burden but a delight.
2.4 In view of spirituality, that a study of holiness in the Pentateuch bring about a clearer understanding of how one should live in God’s presence.
2.5 In view of liturgy, that a study of the Israel’s way of worhipping God in the Pentateuch bring a wider concept of Christian liturgy, esp. the eucharist as a sacrifice.
2.6 In view of interreligious dialogue, that study of the religious traditions in the Pentateuch bring about a deeper respect for Judaism.
2.7 In view of mission studies, that the study of the Pentateuch help in understanding that universal salvation has its foundation in the election of Israel as God’s chosen people.
2.8 In view of homiletics, that familiarity with and wider understanding of the Pentateuch help in the training for a better and more biblically based preaching.
2.9 In view hermeneutics, that learning different approaches of Old Testament interpretation lead to a more tolerant and responsible interpretation of bible.
