Psalms: Exegetical and Theological Study

Applications are now open to take the class ‘Psalms: Exegetical and Theological Study’ in semester 1, 2026 with Pilgrim Theological College.

The Psalter is poetry which erupts at moments of emotional intensity; a transcript from real life; poetical accompaniment to real events and real experiences that appeals to the human being. They are completely and explicitly a human effort to express thought, anger, joy, thanksgiving, lament, doubt and more to God.

This unit will introduce the student to poetic literature in the Hebrew Bible, poetic devices and forms of expression, especially as they are found in the Book of Psalms. We will study the formation and development of the Psalter and attend to a full range of forms/genres of the Psalms, their structure, setting and their potential functions within the historical experience of Israel. The class also seeks to provide critical knowledge of the theological themes inherent in the Psalms and explore the relevance, use and functions of the Psalms in today’s context and for preaching.

Apply today! Applications close on Friday February 13, 2026 with classes starting on Monday February 23, 2026.

Pilgrim Theological College

Pilgrim Theological College is a college of the University of Divinity from the Uniting Church tradition, based in Melbourne, Victoria.