Program Overview

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Introduction to THL106

The subject THL106 Introduction To New Testament Studies introduces the various writings that comprise the New Testament, with reference to their historical context and their literary and theological features. It also introduces critical methods of New Testament interpretation, including basic exegetical skills.

Subject Outlines

Subject Outlines for recent sessions are available for current CSU students. Please note that Subject Outlines and assessment tasks are updated each session.

Availability

The subject is available in the following sessions:

• Session 2 (60)
  • On Campus: Canberra Campus, United Theological College
  • Online: Canberra Campus
• Term 1 (75)
  • On Campus: Ming Hua Theological College

Subject Information

Grading System

The grading system for this subject is HD/FL.

Duration

The duration of this subject is one session.

School

The subject is offered by the School of Theology.

Assumed Knowledge

The assumed knowledge for this subject is THL105.

Subject Relationships

THL409 is a paired subject.

Incompatible Subjects

THL409 is an incompatible subject.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should be able to:

• demonstrate a working knowledge of the English text of the New Testament and of its social, cultural and historical background
• identify different literary forms within the New Testament writings
• use key tools of New Testament studies, including primary sources, lexicons, dictionaries, commentaries and other research tools
• demonstrate familiarity with significant developments in the history of New Testament studies and with critical approaches to New Testament texts
• engage in basic exegesis of New Testament texts and read scholarly exegetical work critically
• demonstrate an understanding of interpretive issues concerning the relationship between the two Testaments in the Christian Bible
• discuss the use of New Testament texts in the life of the contemporary Church
• demonstrate self-guided learning, including research, writing and communication skills

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics:

• The content of the New Testament writings
• The contexts (literary, historical and socio-cultural) of the New Testament writings
• The history and critical methods of New Testament studies
• Exegetical method and practice
• Central interpretive issues in the discipline of New Testament studies

Residential School

This subject contains a 2-day optional residential school. The residential school provides an orientation to the subject matter, methodology, library resources, and research tools pertaining to the study of the New Testament. Activities include lectures, library orientation, and group work.