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Details for BIB554 The World of the New Testament

Why would Paul, a Hebrew speaking Jew, writing to Latin speaking Romans, use Greek? Why was the liberating message of the crucified messiah considered “foolish?” This unit examines the culture, customs, and values of the first century. It shows how radical the Christian minority group was in the face of the Roman Empire and invites you to assess your own convictions and values as a 21st century Christian.

Quick Stats

  • Currently offered by Alphacrucis: Yes
  • Course code: BIB554
  • Credit points: 10

Subject Coordinator

John Griffiths

Prerequisite

The following courses are prerequisites:

  • BIB401—Introduction to the Bible OR BIB402 Introduction to Israel's Scriptures (Old Testament) OR BIB403 Introduction to the New Testament OR BIB404 Old Testament Foundations OR BIB405 New Testament Foundations

Unit Content

Outcomes

  1. Assess and summarise the first-century culture surrounding the NT;
  2. Illustrate in-depth the role and function of Christians as members of the body of Christ and the broader community based on a similar understanding of the first-century church;
  3. Critically analyse and discuss various NT passages and themes through historical-critical exegesis and engagement with a wide variety of primary and secondary sources;
  4. Evaluate and reconstruct the historical background and social context of the NT.

Subject Content

  • The Intertestamental Period
  • The Roman Empire and the first Christians
  • The Layers of Graeco-Roman Society
  • Life in the Empire
  • Ancient Education
  • Ancient Religion

This course may be offered in the following formats

  • Face to Face (onsite)
  • Distance/E-learning (online)
  • Intensive (One week: 7 hours per day for 5 days = 35 class hours + approx 85 hours out of class time for research, writing, exam preparation and execution, ancillary activities associated with completion of assigned tasks)

Please consult your course prospectus or enquire about how and when this course will be offered next at Alphacrucis University College.

Assessment Methods

  • Reading Responses (20%) 
  • Contemporary Presentation (30%) 
  • Major Exegesis (50%) 

Prescribed Text

  • Primary readings provided