Introduction to the New Testament IV

At the Introduction to the New Testament IV course we present the literary history aspects (author, addressee, where, when and the circumstances in which they were written, the reason for why they were written, the literary unity and their structure) of the letter written to the Jews, of the General epistles, as well as of the book of Revelation, their main content, their most representative theological themes and motifs.
Further on we present the historical premises and circumstances regarding the formation of the New Testament as a collection (canonical gospels) and its passing on (textual history). Based on previous historical and factual information, the introductive course leads the attendee into the exegesis and the theological approach of the New Testament.

Competences

Specific competences

The attendee learns about the literary history of the letter written to the Jews, of the General epistles, as well as of the book of Revelation, their content, the main theological themes and motifs, he is able to combine these aspects with the already known information and to present them in a free and vocational way.

General competences

The attendee practices the appreciative reading of the Bible, he expands his factual knowledge, his theological approach is gradually shaping and perfecting, his decision making process is more factual, accurate and reliable, and his systematical and integrating capacity grows.

Total estimated time

Classroom study Course Seminar Practice
2 hours/week 2 0 0
28 hours/semester 28 0 0
Individual study Hours/sem
Total estimated time 75
Studying course notes and bibliography 30
Further documentation in libraries, electronic platforms, or on the field 10
Preparing essays, papers, or documentation 5
Personal tutoring 2
Total individual study 47

Examination

The attendee will take an oral exam as a mean to evaluate his knowledge and acquired skills.

Bibliography

Source edition

Collection of studies

Book