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R. Brian Rickett

Brookes Bible College, Biblical Studies, Faculty Member

The Master's Seminary, Old Testament, Alumnus

Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, Christian Worldview and Cultural Engagement, Alumnus

Oxford Centre for Hebrew and Jewish Studies, Medieval Hebrew Manuscripts, Alumnus

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CEO and Principal Researcher of the MIKRA Research Laboratory, LLC, a limited liability research conservancy engaging in biblical manuscript analysis, education, research technologies development, and public exhibition of artifacts. At MIKRA, textual artifacts merge with innovative technologies to bring ancient wisdom to a contemporary world. For more about our work and mission, see: https://mikralab.org/what-we-do/

With MIKRA, I have had the privilege of lecturing and conducting artifact exhibits emphasizing the scroll and manuscript forms of Judeo-Christian textual artifacts in a variety of contexts. These have included secular and religious universities, governmental facilities including US state capitols, and performing arts venues.

Since 1998, I have been benefitted by the opportunity to teach/administrate over 50 course titles for undergrad, graduate, and post graduate students in university and seminary environments. Emphases have included biblical and theological research languages, textual exegesis, as well as the various courses in the traditional divisions of a theological curriculum. Most of these have been at The Master’s University (Santa Clarita, CA), The Master's Seminary (Los Angeles), The BMA Theological Seminary (Jacksonville, Tex; Conway, Ark), and The Brookes Bible College (St. Louis, MO).

Currently, the teaching component of my work focuses on select courses through the MIKRA Center for Textual Studies and other institutions within MIKRA's affiliated partners network. I actively collaborate with international scholars from leading educational centers around the globe in support of the mission of MIKRA.

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MIKRA Research Laboratory: Papers and Reports by R. Brian Rickett

Paleographical Analysis: Torah Scroll NTS.25.15

Academia Letters, 2021

The present report represents a commissioned paleographical analysis (short paper) performed by t... more The present report represents a commissioned paleographical analysis (short paper) performed by the MIKRA Research Laboratory paleography team on a Torah scroll labeled NTS.25.15. The scroll's dimensions are provided as well as its paleography specific features and discussion of their significance. It concludes with a projected date and place of origin.

Paleographical Analysis of Torah Scroll DB.JS.14

by R. Brian Rickett, Mark Farnadi-Jerusálmi, and Avraham Deutsch

Paleographical Analysis of Torah Scroll DB.JS.14.001, 2019

This was the first collaborative project of the MIKRA Research Laboratory's international paleogr... more

Hebrew, Aramaic, and OT Exegesis Syllabi by R. Brian Rickett

HEB511X: Beginning Hebrew Grammar I (Fall 2016)

"... competency in biblical Hebrew is highly important for the man of God, for it aids both in th... more "... competency in biblical Hebrew is highly important for the man of God, for it aids both in the proper interpretation of Scripture positively, as well as in the avoidance of theological error negatively. At the end of the day, the primary motivation for the study of Biblical Hebrew is to facilitate a proper understanding and application of the text of God’s Word. For the man aspiring to the office of overseer, knowledge of the original languages is an invaluable tool, for he must take the greatest pains necessary to base his life, teaching, and ministry on the word of God accurately handled. "

HEB512X: HEBREW GRAMMAR II (Spring 2017)

"The Old Testament itself claims to be the Word of God, with its some 3,800 statements like: "thu... more

Hebrew Grammar Intensive (Second Term; Summer 2020)

A continuation of the grammatical studies begun in Introduction to Hebrew Grammar with emphasis o... more

HEB621X: OT Exegesis Syllabus

Introduction to Hebrew Exegesis is a study designed to prepare students to engage in independent ... more Introduction to Hebrew Exegesis is a study designed to prepare students to engage in independent exegesis of the text of the Hebrew Bible. It emphasizes the techniques involved in the use of language tools, procedures in lexical studies and examination of grammatical and syntactical phenomena. Prerequisites: HEB 511 and 512.

Course materials and assignments related to select Hebrew Bible texts include the study of the following subject areas relating to Hebrew exegesis:
• Principles of translation
• Syntactical analysis—Hebrew grammar and syntax
• Structural analysis
• Textual analysis—OT textual criticism
• Lexical analysis—Hebrew philology, semantics, and lexicography
• Literary analysis—OT literary devices, structures and forms
• Ancient near eastern (hereafter, ANE) backgrounds (historical/political, social/cultural, geographical)
• Evaluation of OT commentaries
• Exposition

OT872X: Introduction to Biblical Aramaic

OT632 Biblical Aramaic (Winter Term)

An introduction to the grammar of biblical Aramaic. Includes translation of the Aramaic portions ... more

BI621X: Exegesis of ECCLESIASTES

Course Description This course is intended to be a verse-by-verse exegetical study of the book ... more Course Description

This course is intended to be a verse-by-verse exegetical study of the book of Ecclesiastes with a view to: 1) properly translating and evaluating the text grammatically from the original language, 2) properly interpreting the basic meaning, as well as the theological and practical significance of the text, and 3) preparing the student to engage in a personal expository series from the text. The course will further refine skills covered in Hebrew Exegetical Methodology, including:

• Principles of translation
• Syntactical analysis—Hebrew grammar and syntax
• Structural analysis
• Textual analysis—OT textual criticism
• Lexical analysis—Hebrew philology, semantics, and lexicography
• Literary analysis—OT literary devices, structures and forms
• Ancient near eastern (hereafter, ANE) backgrounds
(historical/political, social/cultural, geographical)
• Evaluation of OT commentaries
• Exposition

OT621X: Exposition and Exegesis of Ecclesiastes Syllabus

Ecclesiastes is a complex book that addresses the biggest philosophical questions that man faces.... more Ecclesiastes is a complex book that addresses the biggest philosophical questions that man faces. At the same time, however, it is arguably the most debated book in the biblical canon, the most difficult to interpret, and one of the harder to translate. Further, the profundity, both in depth and breadth of its content, warrants intense analysis. Ecclesiastes (OT632X) is an expository study of the Book of Ecclesiastes taking into account the original language Hebrew text. The course is a two track course designed to allow English only readers opportunity to grapple with the major features of the book while providing opportunity for those with facility in biblical Hebrew to perform exegesis on the original language text. The present study will be multi-faceted reflecting the unusual characteristics of the Book of Ecclesiastes. However, special attention will be given to: 1.) the historical, political, social, and religious background of the book and authorship issues; 2.) exposition of the content of the book; 3.) the unique contribution Ecclesiastes makes to worldview studies; and 4.) the implications Ecclesiastes has for living and providing counseling.

Miscellaneous Issues in OTTC

Greek and NT Exegesis Syllabi by R. Brian Rickett

GRK511X: Greek Grammar I, Fall 2014

Office hours: By Appointment Fall Semester 2014

GRK512X: Greek Grammar II, Spring 2015

Rationale: The acquisition of New Testament Greek to a reasonable level of proficiency demands, f... more Rationale: The acquisition of New Testament Greek to a reasonable level of proficiency demands, for most seminary students, an enormous investment of time and energy, not to mention financial sacrifice. Even after the initial acquisition of Greek, the subsequent maintenance of one’s language skills is similarly costly. In light of these and other difficulties, those committing themselves to full time ministry have often failed to see the value of developing and maintaining their original language skills, particularly at a level allowing them to do serious original language exegesis that they can utilize in their teaching and/or preaching. Questions that have come up include: Is the study of biblical Greek necessary for the contemporary minister? Doesn’t the abundance of critical commentaries and computer programs lessen or even invalidate the need for original language study? In the ministry, I’ll never have time to keep up my original language skills, so why should I devote so much attention to them now? I’ll probably never be a Greek scholar, so shouldn’t I invest my energies in other areas of study?

GRK621X: Greek Exegesis I Syllabus

Folio from Papyrus 46, containing 2 Corinthians 11:33-12:9

GRK622x: Greek Exegesis II Syllabus

Theology, Worldview, and Apologetics Syllabi by R. Brian Rickett

GE122: Worldview Analysis

An introduction to the elements and formation processes of a worldview, and to major worldview ty... more An introduction to the elements and formation processes of a worldview, and to major worldview types found in cultural and religious systems. The course will highlight the distinctiveness of the Christian worldview, equip students to analyze the worldview implications of current events, ethical dilemmas, and contemporary socio-political debates.

BC 509: BIBLICAL COUNSELING & APOLOGETICS

Rationale: The biblical counselor ministers in an age where there is an increase of unbelievers i... more Rationale: The biblical counselor ministers in an age where there is an increase of unbelievers in the church, and where believers are constantly inundated with a barrage of worldly philosophies, some highly sophisticated, others deceitfully subtle. Yet, the counselor must faithfully refute error, teach sound doctrine and provide a reason for his hope in Christ, in the face of various challenges. That is, the counselor is regularly required to engage in the apologetic task. Besides difficulties exacerbated by the insidious encroachment of the age, a preponderance of problems traditionally addressed by counselors are often a result of bad theology, or wrong thinking about God. As a normal part of counseling, the counselor must teach the counselee to think rightly about God and assist the counselee in the put off/put on process (i.e. effectively replace unbiblical thoughts and behaviors with thinking and living submitted to the Lordship of Christ).

Often, when the believer comes for counseling it is because he is struggling with orphaned ideologies held over from beliefs espoused prior to conversion or perhaps the consequences of those beliefs. In many cases, a believer comes for counseling because he has absorbed the worldly views of the godless within his sphere of influence. This is also a danger for the counselor. A third situation calling for apologetics and/or evangelism may arise when the counselor discovers that his counselee is in fact an unbeliever. As a result, it is of great benefit for the counselor to develop skill in identifying and responding to unbiblical systems of thought and in always being ready to give an answer for the hope within him yet with gentleness and reverence (1 Pet. 3:15).

TH621X Selected Topics in Theology: Doctrine of the Word, Revelation, and Scripture (Winter Term) [Updated 12/19/2015]

FORMAT The present course represents a unique collaboration between two theological seminaries, i... more FORMAT
The present course represents a unique collaboration between two theological seminaries, incorporating multiple professors, in order to address one of the most pressing theological concerns facing the Lord’s Church. This cooperative, modular format utilizes cutting edge educational models exposing the student to instructors whose varied interests, vocational, and academic specialties uniquely enhance the classroom/educational experience. See Schedule below, for details.
RATIONALE and DESCRIPTION
The contemporary NT minister serves in an era where there is unprecedented need to understand, teach, and defend the historic orthodox view of the doctrine of Scripture. This is especially true within the context of the local church. The present course will begin equipping the minister to address these needs by providing an overview of the entire doctrine of revelation. Specifically, the contents of this course include an overview of the entire doctrine of revelation beginning with revelation in general, proceeding to redemptive revelation, and concluding with a treatment of the doctrine of Scripture, especially as it has been developed within the Reformed tradition. The course will address the major attributes of Scripture, including the necessity, identity (canon), authority, adequacy, availability, finality, and reliability of Scripture. The course will conclude with an examination of the debate over the cessation of special revelation.

Articles & Reviews by R. Brian Rickett

Short article contrasting biblical and materialist perspectives: "What is the world? Where did i... more Short article contrasting biblical and materialist perspectives: "What is the world? Where did it come from? Is it impersonal and the product of chance? What are human beings and what is their place in the world? These and other questions are at the forefront of worldview discussions and will be briefly considered below with extended attention given to the biblical perspective."

"Origin of the World" (Updated 4/13/2015)

The issue of the origin of the World, and by extension the origin of the Cosmos, is one of the mo... more The issue of the origin of the World, and by extension the origin of the Cosmos, is one of the most hotly debated questions of all time, as well as one of the most important. The biblical account of the origin of the World sets apart the biblical Creator from all other conceptions of God in the Ancient Near East (hereafter ANE) as well as in virtually all thought up to the present. It accounts for the major philosophical questions in a way that no other religious or philosophical outlook is able to do. However, the issue is controversial primarily because it immediately and necessarily relates to the Creator-creature distinction and relationship.

Paleographical Analysis: Torah Scroll NTS.25.15

Academia Letters, 2021

The present report represents a commissioned paleographical analysis (short paper) performed by t... more The present report represents a commissioned paleographical analysis (short paper) performed by the MIKRA Research Laboratory paleography team on a Torah scroll labeled NTS.25.15. The scroll's dimensions are provided as well as its paleography specific features and discussion of their significance. It concludes with a projected date and place of origin.

Paleographical Analysis of Torah Scroll DB.JS.14

by R. Brian Rickett, Mark Farnadi-Jerusálmi, and Avraham Deutsch

Paleographical Analysis of Torah Scroll DB.JS.14.001, 2019

This was the first collaborative project of the MIKRA Research Laboratory's international paleogr... more

HEB511X: Beginning Hebrew Grammar I (Fall 2016)

"... competency in biblical Hebrew is highly important for the man of God, for it aids both in th... more "... competency in biblical Hebrew is highly important for the man of God, for it aids both in the proper interpretation of Scripture positively, as well as in the avoidance of theological error negatively. At the end of the day, the primary motivation for the study of Biblical Hebrew is to facilitate a proper understanding and application of the text of God’s Word. For the man aspiring to the office of overseer, knowledge of the original languages is an invaluable tool, for he must take the greatest pains necessary to base his life, teaching, and ministry on the word of God accurately handled. "

HEB512X: HEBREW GRAMMAR II (Spring 2017)

"The Old Testament itself claims to be the Word of God, with its some 3,800 statements like: "thu... more

Hebrew Grammar Intensive (Second Term; Summer 2020)

A continuation of the grammatical studies begun in Introduction to Hebrew Grammar with emphasis o... more

HEB621X: OT Exegesis Syllabus

Introduction to Hebrew Exegesis is a study designed to prepare students to engage in independent ... more Introduction to Hebrew Exegesis is a study designed to prepare students to engage in independent exegesis of the text of the Hebrew Bible. It emphasizes the techniques involved in the use of language tools, procedures in lexical studies and examination of grammatical and syntactical phenomena. Prerequisites: HEB 511 and 512.

Course materials and assignments related to select Hebrew Bible texts include the study of the following subject areas relating to Hebrew exegesis:
• Principles of translation
• Syntactical analysis—Hebrew grammar and syntax
• Structural analysis
• Textual analysis—OT textual criticism
• Lexical analysis—Hebrew philology, semantics, and lexicography
• Literary analysis—OT literary devices, structures and forms
• Ancient near eastern (hereafter, ANE) backgrounds (historical/political, social/cultural, geographical)
• Evaluation of OT commentaries
• Exposition

OT872X: Introduction to Biblical Aramaic

OT632 Biblical Aramaic (Winter Term)

An introduction to the grammar of biblical Aramaic. Includes translation of the Aramaic portions ... more

BI621X: Exegesis of ECCLESIASTES

Course Description This course is intended to be a verse-by-verse exegetical study of the book ... more Course Description

This course is intended to be a verse-by-verse exegetical study of the book of Ecclesiastes with a view to: 1) properly translating and evaluating the text grammatically from the original language, 2) properly interpreting the basic meaning, as well as the theological and practical significance of the text, and 3) preparing the student to engage in a personal expository series from the text. The course will further refine skills covered in Hebrew Exegetical Methodology, including:

• Principles of translation
• Syntactical analysis—Hebrew grammar and syntax
• Structural analysis
• Textual analysis—OT textual criticism
• Lexical analysis—Hebrew philology, semantics, and lexicography
• Literary analysis—OT literary devices, structures and forms
• Ancient near eastern (hereafter, ANE) backgrounds
(historical/political, social/cultural, geographical)
• Evaluation of OT commentaries
• Exposition

OT621X: Exposition and Exegesis of Ecclesiastes Syllabus

Ecclesiastes is a complex book that addresses the biggest philosophical questions that man faces.... more Ecclesiastes is a complex book that addresses the biggest philosophical questions that man faces. At the same time, however, it is arguably the most debated book in the biblical canon, the most difficult to interpret, and one of the harder to translate. Further, the profundity, both in depth and breadth of its content, warrants intense analysis. Ecclesiastes (OT632X) is an expository study of the Book of Ecclesiastes taking into account the original language Hebrew text. The course is a two track course designed to allow English only readers opportunity to grapple with the major features of the book while providing opportunity for those with facility in biblical Hebrew to perform exegesis on the original language text. The present study will be multi-faceted reflecting the unusual characteristics of the Book of Ecclesiastes. However, special attention will be given to: 1.) the historical, political, social, and religious background of the book and authorship issues; 2.) exposition of the content of the book; 3.) the unique contribution Ecclesiastes makes to worldview studies; and 4.) the implications Ecclesiastes has for living and providing counseling.

Miscellaneous Issues in OTTC

GRK511X: Greek Grammar I, Fall 2014

Office hours: By Appointment Fall Semester 2014

GRK512X: Greek Grammar II, Spring 2015

Rationale: The acquisition of New Testament Greek to a reasonable level of proficiency demands, f... more Rationale: The acquisition of New Testament Greek to a reasonable level of proficiency demands, for most seminary students, an enormous investment of time and energy, not to mention financial sacrifice. Even after the initial acquisition of Greek, the subsequent maintenance of one’s language skills is similarly costly. In light of these and other difficulties, those committing themselves to full time ministry have often failed to see the value of developing and maintaining their original language skills, particularly at a level allowing them to do serious original language exegesis that they can utilize in their teaching and/or preaching. Questions that have come up include: Is the study of biblical Greek necessary for the contemporary minister? Doesn’t the abundance of critical commentaries and computer programs lessen or even invalidate the need for original language study? In the ministry, I’ll never have time to keep up my original language skills, so why should I devote so much attention to them now? I’ll probably never be a Greek scholar, so shouldn’t I invest my energies in other areas of study?

GRK621X: Greek Exegesis I Syllabus

Folio from Papyrus 46, containing 2 Corinthians 11:33-12:9

GRK622x: Greek Exegesis II Syllabus

GE122: Worldview Analysis

An introduction to the elements and formation processes of a worldview, and to major worldview ty... more An introduction to the elements and formation processes of a worldview, and to major worldview types found in cultural and religious systems. The course will highlight the distinctiveness of the Christian worldview, equip students to analyze the worldview implications of current events, ethical dilemmas, and contemporary socio-political debates.

BC 509: BIBLICAL COUNSELING & APOLOGETICS

Rationale: The biblical counselor ministers in an age where there is an increase of unbelievers i... more Rationale: The biblical counselor ministers in an age where there is an increase of unbelievers in the church, and where believers are constantly inundated with a barrage of worldly philosophies, some highly sophisticated, others deceitfully subtle. Yet, the counselor must faithfully refute error, teach sound doctrine and provide a reason for his hope in Christ, in the face of various challenges. That is, the counselor is regularly required to engage in the apologetic task. Besides difficulties exacerbated by the insidious encroachment of the age, a preponderance of problems traditionally addressed by counselors are often a result of bad theology, or wrong thinking about God. As a normal part of counseling, the counselor must teach the counselee to think rightly about God and assist the counselee in the put off/put on process (i.e. effectively replace unbiblical thoughts and behaviors with thinking and living submitted to the Lordship of Christ).

Often, when the believer comes for counseling it is because he is struggling with orphaned ideologies held over from beliefs espoused prior to conversion or perhaps the consequences of those beliefs. In many cases, a believer comes for counseling because he has absorbed the worldly views of the godless within his sphere of influence. This is also a danger for the counselor. A third situation calling for apologetics and/or evangelism may arise when the counselor discovers that his counselee is in fact an unbeliever. As a result, it is of great benefit for the counselor to develop skill in identifying and responding to unbiblical systems of thought and in always being ready to give an answer for the hope within him yet with gentleness and reverence (1 Pet. 3:15).

TH621X Selected Topics in Theology: Doctrine of the Word, Revelation, and Scripture (Winter Term) [Updated 12/19/2015]

FORMAT The present course represents a unique collaboration between two theological seminaries, i... more FORMAT
The present course represents a unique collaboration between two theological seminaries, incorporating multiple professors, in order to address one of the most pressing theological concerns facing the Lord’s Church. This cooperative, modular format utilizes cutting edge educational models exposing the student to instructors whose varied interests, vocational, and academic specialties uniquely enhance the classroom/educational experience. See Schedule below, for details.
RATIONALE and DESCRIPTION
The contemporary NT minister serves in an era where there is unprecedented need to understand, teach, and defend the historic orthodox view of the doctrine of Scripture. This is especially true within the context of the local church. The present course will begin equipping the minister to address these needs by providing an overview of the entire doctrine of revelation. Specifically, the contents of this course include an overview of the entire doctrine of revelation beginning with revelation in general, proceeding to redemptive revelation, and concluding with a treatment of the doctrine of Scripture, especially as it has been developed within the Reformed tradition. The course will address the major attributes of Scripture, including the necessity, identity (canon), authority, adequacy, availability, finality, and reliability of Scripture. The course will conclude with an examination of the debate over the cessation of special revelation.

Short article contrasting biblical and materialist perspectives: "What is the world? Where did i... more Short article contrasting biblical and materialist perspectives: "What is the world? Where did it come from? Is it impersonal and the product of chance? What are human beings and what is their place in the world? These and other questions are at the forefront of worldview discussions and will be briefly considered below with extended attention given to the biblical perspective."

"Origin of the World" (Updated 4/13/2015)

The issue of the origin of the World, and by extension the origin of the Cosmos, is one of the mo... more The issue of the origin of the World, and by extension the origin of the Cosmos, is one of the most hotly debated questions of all time, as well as one of the most important. The biblical account of the origin of the World sets apart the biblical Creator from all other conceptions of God in the Ancient Near East (hereafter ANE) as well as in virtually all thought up to the present. It accounts for the major philosophical questions in a way that no other religious or philosophical outlook is able to do. However, the issue is controversial primarily because it immediately and necessarily relates to the Creator-creature distinction and relationship.

"Polytheism" in Lexham Bible Dictionary

POLYTHEISM. The belief in the existence of many finite gods. The primary worldview against which ... more

"Ruth" in Lexham Bible Dictionary

RUTH (רוּת, ruth, Ῥούθ, Rhouth). A Moabite woman who married one of Elimelech’s sons. Resident al... more RUTH (רוּת, ruth, Ῥούθ, Rhouth). A Moabite woman who married one of Elimelech’s sons. Resident alien in Bethlehem who had left Moab with her Israelite mother-in-law. The great-grandmother of King David. The events of her life are recorded in the book of Ruth. Noted for her extraordinary loyalty and care for her mother-in-law, Naomi, after both were widowed, which resulted in Ruth marrying into the line from which the Davidic dynasty would descend. [Click the above hyperlink to find the article]

"Are you Living What you Believe?" in The Challenge

"Your theology is not what you say it is when your circumstances are comfortable. Rather, it is w... more "Your theology is not what you say it is when your circumstances are comfortable. Rather, it is what you demonstrate it to be when your circumstances seem unbearable: when you experience excruciating, interminable pain; when things seem unfair—when you realize your personal hopes and dreams will never be realized. Your thoughts, and indeed your actions in those moments, are your theology.
Your theology is what you think and do: when you get the diagnosis; when you get the call from the ER chaplain informing you that your loved one is there; when you realize that the threats against you are not merely perceived, but are actual; when you understand that you are trapped in a miserable, dead-end job because you have to support your family—those moments reveal to you, and to others, what your theology actually is." Excerpt from, "Are you Living What you Believe?" _The Challenge_, News of The Baptist Missionary Association Theological Seminary, Fall 2012

What We Cannot NOT Know, or Why You are Culpable for Your Rejection of God

Are there things that we as human beings cannot not know, or cannot help but know, or must know ... more

Paleographical Analysis: Torah Scroll NTS.25.15

by Mark Farnadi-Jerusálmi, Avraham Deutsch, and R. Brian Rickett

Academia Letters

The present report represents a commissioned paleographical analysis (short paper) performed by t... more The present report represents a commissioned paleographical analysis (short paper) performed by the MIKRA Research Laboratory paleography team on a Torah scroll labeled NTS.25.15. The scroll&#39;s dimensions are provided as well as its paleography specific features and discussion of their significance. It concludes with a projected date and place of origin.

Paleographical Analysis: Torah Scroll NTS.25.15

by Mark Farnadi-Jerusálmi and R. Brian Rickett

Academia Letters

The present report represents a commissioned paleographical analysis (short paper) performed by t... more The present report represents a commissioned paleographical analysis (short paper) performed by the MIKRA Research Laboratory paleography team on a Torah scroll labeled NTS.25.15. The scroll&#39;s dimensions are provided as well as its paleography specific features and discussion of their significance. It concludes with a projected date and place of origin.

Paleographical Analysis: Torah Scroll NTS.25.15

by R. Brian Rickett and Mark Farnadi-Jerusálmi

Academia Letters, 2021

Among the initial letters of the BYaH SHeMO columns,[7] the section referred to as the Sh'morLech... more

The Implications of Genesis 1:26-28 and 5:1-3 for Gender Identity and Marriage: A Structural Analysis of Humanity's Blueprint

The primary passages in the Bible that set off human beings as distinct from the rest of creation... more The primary passages in the Bible that set off human beings as distinct from the rest of creation, including Animalia, are those in the creation narrative. Specifically, Gen 1:26-28 (and 5:1-3) describe the Creator's blueprint for humanity. Consider that: 1.) the structure of these lines, 2.) their placement within the larger narrative, 3.) the expression of the Creator's unique design interest, and 4.) the larger portion of space within which these verses are situated, sets them off not only in terms of content, but visually and structurally from the rest of the narrative. This is done purposely-to communicate something unique about the object of the Creator's interest. Such observations are not new. However, these structural features have not received the careful attention they warrant from evangelical scholars. Even more, new analysis is especially crucial in view of current cultural, theological, practical, and ecclesiastical concerns for which these verses provide clear and important bearing.

Gender Matched Parallelism/Gender Specific Coordination: A Study of Grammatical Gender Matching in Biblical Hebrew Poetry

The purpose of the present paper is to define, set parameters, and provide guidelines for the ide... more The purpose of the present paper is to define, set parameters, and provide guidelines for the identification and analysis of the poetical phenomenon known as “grammatical gender matched parallelism.” The study will progress by first considering the role of parallelism in the study of poetry. Then, it will define the terms used. Next, some functions of the device will be considered. Criteria for the identification and analysis of the device will be proposed. Guidelines for study will be suggested and a workable model for the identification and analysis of the device will be attempted. Finally, a case study will be performed on Psalm 19 in which the guidelines can be demonstrated.

Appendix A to Paper GMP/GSP Below (But see Ps. 19.8-11 for more)

This is the Appendix to the paper "Gender Matched Parallelism/Gender Specific Coordination: A Stu... more

Psalm 19.8-11: Grammatical Gender Matching

This paper shows both the occurrence and implications of grammatical gender matching/gender speci... more

The Implications of Psalm 19 for Presuppositional Apologetics

Thesis Chapter 2

Photo-texts of Codex Leningradensis. I previously had the only Twitter feed dedicated to Codex L... more Photo-texts of Codex Leningradensis. I previously had the only Twitter feed dedicated to Codex L with photo-texts of various passages of interest to me and/or which correspond to my course lectures. Currently (most week days), I'm tweeting photo-texts of the Codex L Psalter--through January. Additionally, I include structural analyses, comments on textual and paratextual elements, and more. To access these texts, you may want to check Twitter@RBrianRickett daily, or follow the link above where I'll be cataloging these passages. I'll be editing these pictures to allow for passages divided by page or column breaks to be posted as a unit, except where length prevents, i.e. Psalm 119 [Follow attached link; check attached for samples]