NT

Subject

NT

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1

Credits (max)

1

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

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Subject

NT

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

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Hebrew OT 011 Biblical Hebrew 1 (3 credits)

Subject

NT

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

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Purpose: · To continue to provide students with the historical and literary framework requisite for responsible New Testament interpretation. Topics covered include introductory matters that apply to the New Testament as a whole, especially inscripturation, canon formation, textual transmission, textual criticism, historical background in Judaism and the Greco-Roman world, and especially how the Old Testament forms the most important background for the New Testament. Some attention will also be paid to linguistic background. The general approach to these issues is historical, but with an underlying concern for the theological dimensions of each. Residential (Fall term), and Online (Summer term), three hours.

Subject

NT

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

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Prerequisite

NT 001 (or equivalent) completed or in progress.

Purpose: · To grow in skill in understanding, interpreting, and applying the Bible Topics covered include prolegomena to biblical interpretation, principles and practice of biblical interpretation, and the question of hermeneutics in the historical-critical tradition. Residential (Spring terms) and Online (Spring term), four hours. in progress, NT 111 completed or in progress, and ST 101 completed or in progress. It is recommended that OT 012 be completed rather than in progress.

Subject

NT

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

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Prerequisite

NT 003 (or equivalent) completed or in progress, OT 012 (or equivalent) completed or

Theology and History ST 113 Doctrine of God (3 credits)

Subject

NT

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

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Purpose: · To develop a framework of understanding for interpreting and applying the canonical Gospels · To familiarize students with the Gospels’ description of the earthly ministry and teaching of Jesus Christ, and to enable them to understand and apply the theology of the Gospels in ministry Topics covered include a selective survey and critique of historical-critical investigation of the Gospels, questions of special introduction, an overview of the content and theology of Jesus’ actions and teaching, and an examination of the character and special emphases of each canonical Gospel. Residential (Fall term) and Online (Summer term), four hours. NT 123.

Subject

NT

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

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Prerequisite

NT 003 (or equivalent), OT 013 (or equivalent) completed or in progress, NT 111, and

Purpose: · To deepen understanding of Acts and the letters of Paul and apply them to students’ lives and ministry Topics covered include questions of special introduction, exegetical method, exegesis of selected texts, and basic themes in the theology of Acts and the letters of Paul. Residential (Spring term) and Online (Fall term), four hours.

Subject

NT

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

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Prerequisite

NT 003 (or equivalent), OT 013 (or equivalent), NT 111, and NT 123.

Purpose: · To introduce the particular character of Hebrews through Revelation · To enable students to understand these books so that they can apply their teaching to their own lives and in their ministry The course will deal with questions of special introduction, and will include the exegesis of selected passages in order to establish the structure and distinctive themes of these books. Residential (Fall term) and Online (Spring term), three hours.

Subject

NT

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

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Prerequisite

NT 003 (or equivalent), NT 111, NT 123.

See NT 703. Spring term, two hours.

Subject

NT

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

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Prerequisite

NT 211

See NT 705. Summer term, two hours. 122

Subject

NT

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

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Prerequisite

NT 211

See NT 733. Fall term, three hours.

Subject

NT

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

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Prerequisite

NT 003 (or equivalent) completed or in progress.

See NT 763. Spring term, two hours.

Subject

NT

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

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Prerequisite

NT 223.

See NT 881. Fall term, two hours.

Subject

NT

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

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Prerequisite

NT 123.

See NT 941. Fall term, two hours. Restrictions: Limited enrollment.

Subject

NT

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

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Prerequisite

NT 003 (or equivalent), OT 013 (or equivalent), NT 123.

See NT 943. Spring term, two hours.

Subject

NT

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

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Prerequisite

NT 123

See NT 951. Fall term, two hours.

Subject

NT

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

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Prerequisite

NT 123.

See NT 963. Spring term, two hours.

Subject

NT

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

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Prerequisite

NT 123.

See NT 981. Fall term, two hours. New Testament ThM/PhD Level Courses

Subject

NT

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

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Prerequisite

CH 211, NT 123.

Purpose: · To understand better the contours of John’s theology and Christology · To gain skill in exegesis of the Greek text of John’s gospel · To become familiar with some of the main lines of critical thought in r Topics covered include the background to John’s thought, the content and literary gospel, and interaction with the history of Johannine studies. Spring term. elation to John’s gospel structure of the 123

Subject

NT

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

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This class focuses particularly on the Gospel of Mark, paying attention to his biblical theology, his language, his Christological points, his narrative dynamics, and other features. Along with a sustained focus on exegesis, we will also read strategically selected secondary sources to enhance further our understanding of the Gospel of Mark. By prioritizing original language research, and supplementing that with conversations from contemporary scholarship, students will have a greater understanding of and appreciation for the Gospel of Mark, and be in a better position to teach, preach, and/or write on the Gospel. Spring term.

Subject

NT

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

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Purpose: · To interpret Revelation on the basis of the Greek text Topics covered include the Old Testament background of its imagery, tracing the argument of the book, interpreting the various visions of the book, and the contemporary relevance of its message. Fall term.

Subject

NT

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

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Purpose: · To understand better the book of Acts in its redemptive-historical, theological, canonical, and historical setting. · To gain skill in exegesis of the Greek text of Acts. · To become familiar with some of the major interpretive issues in Acts. Topics covered include the relationship of Acts to the Gospels and to Paul, the early Christian community, theology of Acts, and literary and structural features of Acts. Summer module.

Subject

NT

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

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Purpose: · To instill a firsthand familiarity with the major literary texts of early post-biblical Judaism as a background for better understanding the New Testament. This is a directed readings course required for PhD students in Hermeneutics and Biblical Interpretation. Most of the readings cover the Old Testament Pseudepigrapha and Apocrypha, but there will also be select readings in Qumran, Josephus, and Philo. In addition, there will be some secondary readings surveying the field. As a directed readings course, it has no class meetings. Spring term.

Subject

NT

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

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Purpose: · To understand biblical teaching on miracle and prophecy, in order to evaluate the modern charismatic movement. Topics covered include the theology of miracle and word revelation in the New Testament, with special attention to redemptive-historical interpretation of the book of Acts, and the evaluation of contemporary charismatic phenomena in the light of Scripture.

Subject

NT

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

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Purpose: · To examine prominent themes in the teaching of Hebrews Topics covered include eschatological structure; eschatology and ethics; the issue of apostasy; and aspects of the heavenly, high priestly ministry of Jesus. Fall term.

Subject

NT

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

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Purpose: · To instill a general knowledge of the entire field of New Testament study This is a reading course required of PhD students in Hermeneutics and Biblical Interpretation. Readings cover general introduction (canon, text, history of criticism), special introduction, and biblical theology. As a directed readings course, it has no class meetings. Fall and spring terms. Restrictions: Students may only take one semester for credit. Limited to candidates for the PhD.

Subject

NT

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

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Purpose: · To build a theology of language in order to draw implications for biblical interpretation. Topics covered include major biblical teachings about God, the Word of God, verbal communication, and human language, with implications for the process of biblical interpretation, interpretive goals, and the appropriate qualifications of interpreters.

Subject

NT

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

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Purpose: · To examine the OT prophetic use of the OT To examine the apostolic use of the Old Testament in its first-century hermeneutical context · To enable students to discern whether, and in what respects, this apostolic usage may be regarded as determinative for exegesis today Topics covered include New Testament use of the Old Testament in the light of its Old Testament context, and the New Testament context and its environment. Fall term. Restrictions: Area seminar for PhD students specializing in Hermeneutics and Biblical Interpretation; others admitted only by special permission of the instructor. Limited enrollment.

Subject

NT

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

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Description: · To understand and articulate various christological emphases of early Christian authors, ranging from the NT era to the third century. · To gain skill in exegesis of key biblical texts relating to Christology, along with contemporary debates about them. · To gain skill with primary sources relating to Christology from outside the New Testament · To strengthen an understanding of orthodox Christology Spring term. 125

Subject

NT

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

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Purpose: · To understand the role of interpretive frameworks in order to deepen interpretation Topics covered include the interrelations of systematic theology and exegesis, with special attention to the covenant concept, theological concept formation, and key metaphors of theology; and the bearing of philosophy of science on theological method. Fall term.

Subject

NT

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

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Purpose: · To exegete faithfully texts with a typological dimension and texts with important analogical relationships to major themes. · To articulate clearly the theological basis for typological interpretation. · To engage in research, analysis, and presentation of typological and analogical meanings in interaction with particular texts. · To have skills in typological interpretation that will support further analysis and writing in historical theology, systematic theology, biblical interpretation, and communication in multiple settings. To grow in understanding typological and analogical meaning relations belonging to biblical texts. The focus will be primarily on Old Testament typology, but with some attention to typology in the miracles of Jesus. The course includes attention to foundational principles: inspiration, divine and human meaning, progressive revelation, and redemptive history. Building on these principles, the course considers the nature of typology, its relation to analogy and prophecy, and guidelines for discerning and interpreting texts with a typological dimension. Fall term.

Subject

NT

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

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Purpose: · To understand better both the overall contours of Paul's theology and historical context, as well as specific elements of his message · To gain familiarity with some of the major issues and contours in Pauline interpretation today · To gain skill in exegeting portions of Paul’s epistles in Greek Topics covered may include current issues in Pauline studies, tracing key features of Pauline thought, Paul’s use of Scripture, Paul's understanding of the law, Pauline soteriology, and the contextual nature of Paul’s theology. Spring term.

Subject

NT

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

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Purpose: · To enable students to learn the history of biblical interpretation through the study of primary documents from the Patristic period through the Reformation The course will focus on those biblical interpreters whose work provoked significant developments in hermeneutical theory or practice in the church. Particular focus will be given to the Patristic period. Fall term. 126

Subject

NT

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

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Purpose: · To evaluate and reform views on foundational issues in hermeneutics Topics covered include the role of hermeneutics; the nature of meaning; divine authorship; grammatical-historical method; the problem of historical relativity; problems of circularity, incompleteness, and probability; and the work of the Holy Spirit in hermeneutics. Spring term. Restrictions: Area seminar for PhD students specializing in Hermeneutics and Biblical Interpretation; others admitted only by special permission of the instructor. Courses listed for other majors which may be counted as major courses for the ThM or PhD degree in New Testament: OT 761, ST 781. 127

Subject

NT

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

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