This unit introduces students to exegetical methods in studying the Synoptic Gospels. Students engage with central issues in Gospel studies—including the history of the gospel tradition, source analysis, provenance, literary design, and distinctive theologies—through a critical study of Matthew and Mark. Students also learn about the broader cultural and sociological contexts of gospel texts. Students engage in close study of selected gospel pericopes, including attention to homiletical possibilities.
Unit code: BN2201L
Unit status: Archived (Major revision)
Points: 18.0
Unit level: Undergraduate Level 2
Unit discipline: New Testament
Delivery Mode: Face to Face
Proposing College: Australian Lutheran College
Show when this unit is running1. | Translate accurately from Greek to English selected passages from Matthew and Mark |
2. | Interpret gospel texts using critical exegetical methodologies |
3. | Identify the historical, cultural, social, and religious settings and key literary features of each gospel |
4. | Describe the narrative dynamic of gospel texts and the portrait of Jesus and the disciples they offer |
5. | Describe the narrative dynamic of gospel texts and the portrait of Jesus and the disciples they offer |
6. | Integrate exegetical insights into homiletical, pastoral, and/or missiological reflections |
New Testament Introduction or equivalent New Testament Greek A and B
The unit will combine lectures with exegetical workshops and class presentations
Type | Description | Word count | Weight (%) |
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Exegesis | Final exegetical paper 3000 words |
3000 | 67.0 |
Exegesis | 2 mini-exegesis papers 750 words each |
1500 | 33.0 |
Unit approved for the University of Divinity by John Capper on 26 Sep, 2019
Unit record last updated: 2021-06-07 08:43:51 +1000