This course consists of two related parts: (1) an overview of the first five books of the Old Testament in which topics of an isagogical nature will be discussed; (2) an exegetical study of selected sections of Exodus on the basis of the Hebrew text.
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01 - Exodus Course Intro Movie
David Adams
Dr. Adams gives a course outline and what will be covered.
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02 - Introduction to the Torah and the Book of Exodus
David Adams
Dr. Adams explains the purpose of the course and the what the Torah is.
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03 - The Unity of the Torah
David Adams
Dr. Adams gives an overview of the Torah and what each books purpose is for the reader.
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04 - Structure and Message in the Book of Exodus
David Adams
Dr. Adams's describes how Narrative arc and Dramatic Tension are used in the book of Exodus to communicate theology in the book.
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06 - Session 02 - Brief Introductory Comments (Audio Only)
David Adams
Dr. Adams explains the difference between devotional reading and exegetical reading of the Bible.
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07 - Session 02b - Ex. 3.1
David Adams
Dr. Adams examines Exodus 3:1 and points out the different issues in the verse you can find in the Hebrew text.
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08 - Session 03 - Ex. 3.2-5
David Adams
Dr. Adams uses Exodus 3:2-5 to demonstrate the different issues that arise in translating ancient Hebrew.
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09 - Session 05 - Ex. 3.6-14
David Adams
Dr. Adams uses Exodus 3:6-14 to demonstrate the different issues that arise in translating ancient Hebrew.
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10 - Textual Criticism Part I - Transmission of the Text (Episode 1)
David Adams
Dr. Adams gives a presentation on why we do not have any written Jewish materials before Quran.
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11 - Textual Criticism Part I - Transmission of the Text (Episode 2)
David Adams
Dr. Adams gives an overview of the stages of copying Hebrew manuscripts throughout the ages.
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12 - Textual Criticism Part II - Evaluating Variants (Episode 1)
David Adams
Dr. Adams presents the way changes can occur in the copying of manuscripts.
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13 - Textual Criticism Part II - Evaluating Variatns (Episode 2)
David Adams
Dr. Adams continues his presentation on textual criticism and gives guidance on the way to choose the best source when doing an exegesis.
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14 - Supplementary Lecture - The Date of the Exodus
David Adams
Dr. Adams discusses the issues and problems with the traditional and late date for the Exodus.
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15 - Supplementary Lecture - The Route of the Exodus and the Location of Mt. Sinai
David Adams
Dr. Adams gives a brief overview of the possible routes of the Exodus.