Description

The diverse writings of the New Testament emerged in the variegated social, religious and political contexts of the Roman empire and are written by the followers of a Jewish teacher who was killed by Roman imperial power. We will discuss major analytical tools and disciplinary methods for analyzing and interpreting these texts and their socio-historical worlds. The course will also explore how these ancient texts still shape contemporary cultural and religious discourses and are read differently in different socio-political and religious locations. Note: Course has group meetings from 1 to 2 pm.

Enrollment Limited: No
Open to BTI Students: Yes
Jointly offered as Religion 1400

Scheduling

0.50 credits
Spring 2013
Wed 2pm-4pm
Course location to be announced.

Relationship to Program Requirements

Program Requirement	Area / Category / Art / Designation
MTS Area(s) of Focus	New Testament and Early Christianity Theology
MDiv Distribution Category/ies	Scriptural Interpretation
MDiv Art(s) of Ministry	Preaching and Worship Religious Education and Spiritual Development
Language Course Designation(s)	None