Content Essay Assignment Instructions-3
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OBST 520
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The content essay assignment provides you with the opportunity to take a “deep dive” into the content of a particular interpretive issue within an Old Testament book. The ability to engage with the historical, literary, and theological elements of interpretation is an essential skill to develop in biblical studies. Developing these skills through research and writing is a time-tested means toward becoming a more competent reader and interpreter of Scripture. The content essay assignment probes challenging issues by answering the interpretive questions that rise from the text of Scripture.
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You will write two (2) formal content essays during the course, one on the book of Isaiah and a second on the book of Zephaniah. The following parameters should be followed:
Length of assignment: At least 800 words but no more than 1,200 words, excluding title page and bibliography.
Format of assignment: current Turabian format. The paper must be double spaced. Use headings and page numbers as appropriate. Include title page and bibliography. The student must document Scripture passages with parenthetical citations within body of paper, but all other sources used must be documented with properly formatted footnotes in current Turabian format.
Acceptable sources: The Bible (excluding study notes), textbook, and at least 3 additional
academic sources published within the past 50 years that directly address the assigned Scripture passage. The student is encouraged to use academic biblical commentaries, academic journal articles, and academic monographs. Avoid devotional and general audience sources. Internet sources require instructor’s prior approval.
Content Essay: Isaiah Assignment
After reading Isaiah 7:1 - 9:7, the corresponding textbook material, and additional academic sources as appropriate to grasp a good understanding of the passage, answer the following prompts in a formal essay:
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Explain the historical context of the Immanuel sign? Be specific with the political circumstances and persons involved. 2.
Identify the children mentioned in this passage and explain the theological significance of their names in the message of Isaiah to Ahaz and the people of Judah. Page 1
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What is the theological message of the Immanuel sign? Demonstrate the enduring relevance of the Immanuel sign for people today as communicated in the New Testament.
Content Essay: Zephaniah Assignment
After reading the book of Zephaniah, the corresponding textbook material, and additional academic sources as appropriate to grasp a good understanding of the Day of the Lord, answer the following prompts in a formal essay:
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After careful analysis of the Day of the Lord in the book of Zephaniah, how does Zephaniah characterize the Day of the Lord? What was this “Day” like for the original audience?
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Explain the significance of the Day of the Lord to the message of Zephaniah. How does Zephaniah describe the ultimate impact of the Day of the Lord as related to hope and restoration for his audience?
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Demonstrate the enduring relevance and application of the Day of the Lord for people today as communicated in the New Testament.
Engage the Bible, textbook, and at least 3 additional academic sources in the argumentation for your propositions. Each essay must be 800 – 1,200 words and follow current Turabian format. At least three (3) academic commentaries and the course textbook must be engaged and cited in meaningful research and discussion of assignment prompts. Preferred source material includes academic commentaries, but academic journal articles, and academic monographs are acceptable in addition to the academic commentaries and textbook. Avoid devotional, general audience sources. Internet sources require prior instructor approval. Note: Your assignment will be checked for originality via the Turnitin plagiarism tool.
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