BIB 199 Studies in New Testament

The course will deal with 1) questions of introduction (authorship, canon, inspiration, integrity of the documents, dating, etc); 2) beginning hermeneutics; 3) inter-testamental history as a background to the New Testament, as well as 4) a study of the historical framework of the New Testament as a whole, and key theological concepts. As a course designed for BTS/CM majors and minors, particular attention will be given to further development in engaging biblical studies as a field of scholarly research with particular conventions for diverse academic exploration.  Prerequisite(s): a declared BTS/CM major or minor or permission of the instructor. 3 hour(s).