Description

The texts of the New Testament emerged in the diverse social and complex political context of the Roman Empire. This course examines New Testament and contemporaneous texts within their first- and second-century contexts, pays special attention to archaeological materials of the time, considers how and why these particular texts came to be a canon, and demonstrates contemporary hermeneutical strategies, including feminist and postcolonial. Students will also consider the vibrant and controversial contemporary contexts in which they and others interpret the New Testament.

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

Scheduling

0.50 credits
Expected to be offered Spring 2015
Course times to be announced.
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	None
Language Course Designation(s)	None