MCC Sacred Scripture Exegesis 2

Question 1

What does the term 'Sitz im Leben' refer to in biblical exegesis?

Accepted Answer

The social or institutional setting in which a text originated

Answer

'Sitz im Leben' (German for 'setting in life') refers to the social context or institutional setting in which a biblical text or tradition originated and was used.

Question 2

Which type of biblical criticism focuses on the final, canonical form of the text rather than its compositional history?

Accepted Answer

Canonical criticism

Answer

Canonical criticism, associated with scholars like Brevard Childs, interprets Scripture in its final canonical form as received by the faith community.

Question 3

The 'Deuteronomistic History' encompasses which books of the Old Testament?

Accepted Answer

Joshua, Judges, Samuel, and Kings

Answer

The Deuteronomistic History refers to Joshua, Judges, 1–2 Samuel, and 1–2 Kings, edited by the Deuteronomist school using theological themes from Deuteronomy.

Question 4

What is the primary purpose of a 'pericope' in scriptural study?

Accepted Answer

To isolate a self-contained unit of text for detailed analysis

Answer

A pericope is a discrete, self-contained passage of Scripture selected for study, preaching, or liturgical reading.

Question 5

According to Catholic teaching, what is the relationship between Scripture and Tradition?

Accepted Answer

Scripture and Tradition together form one sacred deposit of the Word of God

Answer

Dei Verbum teaches that Sacred Scripture and Sacred Tradition 'form one sacred deposit of the word of God, committed to the Church' (DV 10).

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MCC Sacred Scripture Exegesis 2