This unit is an introduction to theological impetuses of the Gospel of John within Christian thought. Major themes such as incarnation, revelation, passion and Paraclete are studied in the context of: early Christian identity, selected christological debates, existential belief and decision, Christian freedom and community. Applied work is undertaken with selected historical theological uses of the Gospel of John in formulating Christian identity and ethical values.
Unit code: CT9005S
Unit status: Archived (New unit)
Points: 24.0
Unit level: Postgraduate Elective
Unit discipline: Systematic Theology
Delivery Mode: Face to Face
Proposing College: Stirling College
Show when this unit is running1. | Critically articulate enduring issues in the theological character of the Gospel of John and recognise their significance in selected theological debates |
2. | Articulate several textual and theological approaches for interpreting Christology through the Gospel of John |
3. | Critically evaluate hermeneutical presuppositions for theological uses of the Gospel of John in formulating Christian identity and ethics |
4. | Demonstrate integrative skills in interpreting the Gospel of John in relation to enduring questions of Christian thought and practice. |
5. | Demonstrate advanced skills for theological reflection and research in relation to hermeneutical paradigms for engaging gospel narrative. |
Rotating lecture/discussion/group
Type | Description | Word count | Weight (%) |
---|---|---|---|
Essay | 3,000 word essay |
0 | 60.0 |
Document Study | Document study 750 words |
0 | 10.0 |
Document Study | Document study 750 words |
0 | 10.0 |
Document Study | Document study 750 words |
0 | 10.0 |
Document Study | Document study 750 words |
0 | 10.0 |
Unit approved for the University of Divinity by John Capper on 11 Nov, 2016
Unit record last updated: 2022-10-04 13:30:45 +1100