This course examines the Synoptic Gospels in light of the theological themes appropriate to each evangelist. It provides insight into each Gospel’s unique and complementary role in revealing the person of Jesus Christ. Issues related to hermeneutics and pastoral ministry are integrated into the exegetical study of the Synoptic Gospels. Prerequisite: DVSS 511 or DVSS 530.
DVSS 705 Pauline Literature and Acts (3 credits)
M.Div. Required Course; MAPL Elective Course; MAT Elective Course
This course explores the religious and cultural world of Paul and early Christianity as recorded in the Pauline corpus and the Acts of the Apostles. It studies Paul's major theological themes and his understanding of the life of first-century Christian communities. Finally, the course examines the impact of Paul’s teaching on modern Christian life and, when taught as an M.Div. course, explores strategies for effective homily preparation using Pauline Literature. Prerequisite: DVSS 521 or DVSS 530.
This course introduces students to the literary prophets and the role of prophetic traditions in Judeo-Christian thought. It surveys the Old Testament prophetic books in chronological order with emphasis on the prophetic vocation and canonical shaping of the prophetic corpus while using several interpretive methods. Prerequisites: for M.Div. - DVSS 511, DVSS 521; for MAT - DVSS 525 or 530.
This course introduces students to the literary prophets and the role of prophetic traditions in Judeo-Christian thought. It surveys the Old Testament prophetic books in chronological order with emphasis on the prophetic vocation and canonical shaping of the prophetic corpus while using several interpretive methods. Prerequisites: for M.Div. - DVSS 511, DVSS 521; for MAT - DVSS 525 or 530.
This course examines Old Testament wisdom literature and the deuterocanonical books, focusing on their composition, structure, theology, and implications for ecumenical dialogue. In addition, it treats how Second Temple Judaism influences the development of the New Testament.