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Clarifying questions focus on mastering the text and its content. The one who asks the question expects an answer of near certainty. Think who, what, where, when (and sometimes even why). The one who asks the question cares—that is, she or he really wants more clarity about the content. For example:
Who is Harnack (p. 13) and what is his role in Bultmann’s argument?
According to Bultmann, what is the purpose of myth (p.10) and how does he use this to explain the value of the New Testament?
On pages 10-11, why does Bultmann use the word myth, and how is truth in myth different from truth found in scientific knowledge?
Interpretive questions focus on deeper, philosophical meanings derived from the text. Like a clarifying questions, interpretive questions focus on a specific part of the text. But they can only be answered by theorizing, that is, by asserting a thesis and supporting it with evidence. Think agree or disagree, how, and why. Interpretive questions appeal to your holy curiosity for learning. For example:
On page 4, Bultmann claims that nobody living today can take the New Testament’s view of the world seriously. To what extent do you agree or disagree with Bultmann here?
On pages 10-11, Bultmann differentiates between truth in myth and truth in science. To what extent is this differentiation fair? Should we assess mythical truth differently than scientific truth? Why or why not?
