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Course Descriptions
New Testament
NT400 Greek I (4)
Intensive instruction in New Testament Greek with emphasis upon morphology and vocabulary. Summer term and Winter/Spring. Mr. Joel Kim (Summer 2006), Mr. Baugh (Winter and Spring 2007).
NT401 Greek II (3)
This course presumes the work of Greek I or equivalent knowledge of Greek morphology and vocabulary determined by placement examination. It introduces intermediate syntax and builds vocabulary, while reviewing the morphology learned in Greek I; it also covers 1 John 1-4 as example passages for understanding Greek syntax for the purpose of New Testament exegesis. Prereq., NT400 or placement by examination. Fall semester. Mr. Joel Kim.
NT402 Greek III (1)
This course presumes the work of Greek II and continues instruction begun in Greek II. It includes further introduction to Greek syntax, surveys lexical semantics and the practice of Greek word study procedures, and covers 1 John 5. Prereq., NT401 or placement by examination. Winter term. Mr. Joel Kim.
NT403 Greek IV (2)
This course presumes the work of Greek III. It includes mastery of morphology, vocabulary, advanced syntax, and Greek exegetical skills through reading of selected passages in the Greek New Testament. Prereq., NT402 or placement by examination. Spring semester. Mr. Joel Kim.
NT501 New Testament Interpretation (4)
General introduction and hermeneutics: the New Testament books as canon; historical, cultural, and religious background; the language and translation of the New Testament; textual criticism; development of expertise in the principles and practice of New Testament exegesis. Prereq. or co-requisite, PT400 (unless waiver is granted), NT403 or equivalent. Spring semester. Mr. Joel Kim and Mr. Baugh.
NT517 Covenant in the New Testament (2)
This course will explore the NT foundations of covenant theology. After a brief survey of the OT teaching on the various divine covenants, we will examine the NT passages which deal explicitly and implicitly with covenant, with special focus on the new covenant. There will be some reading in classic covenant theology. Part of the time will involve class discussion of some varieties of covenant theology found today and related current issues. No prerequisites. Mr. Baugh.
NT 524 Paul Through the Centuries (2)
This course will focus on the biblical interpreters whose work
provoked significant developments in interpreting the epistle to the
Romans. Discussions center on the history of biblical
interpretation, theory and practice of interpreting Paul, and the
theology of Paul.
NT601 Gospels and Acts (4)
Critical survey of the history of the criticism of the Gospels; questions of special introduction; the life and ministry of Jesus; the particular theological perspective of each Gospel; survey of Jesus’ teaching on the Kingdom of God; the origin and expansion of the New Testament church in the book of Acts and the theology of Luke-Acts; all leading to developing expertise in the interpretation of the Gospels and Acts. Prereq., NT403, NT501, OT520. Fall semester. Mr. Baugh.
NT602 Pauline Epistles (3)
Questions of special introduction centering on Paul and his writings; the theology of Paul, current issues in Pauline scholarship, and particularly Paul’s unique contribution to the revelation of God’s redemptive plan through example exegesis of Pauline texts. Prereq., NT403, NT501, OT520. Spring semester. Mr. Joel Kim.
NT701 General Epistles and Revelation (2)
Questions of special introduction; exegesis of selected passages with a view to establishing the structure and distinctive themes of these books. Special attention is given to Hebrews and Revelation. Prereq., NT403, NT501, OT520. Fall semester. Mr. Baugh.
NT905 Book of Revelation (1)
Hermeneutical issues and strategies for the Book of Revelation. Survey of the visions, their interrelationships, and their significance in light of the Old Testament background, Christ’s redemptive achievement, and the crisis confronting the churches. Attention will be given to preaching the Book of Revelation. Mr. Johnson.
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