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ThM 536

Introduction to Synoptic Gospels
Name: Introduction to Synoptic Gospels
Course Number: ThM 536
Credit(s): 3

Course Description

“Introduction to Synoptic Gospels” provides a comprehensive exploration of methodologies for interpreting the New Testament, with a specific focus on the gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke. The course meticulously examines the genre, structure, theological emphases, and socio-historical context of the Synoptic Gospels. It delves into the transmission of Jesus traditions during the first century and explores their relevance to the Synoptic Gospels. Furthermore, the course equips students with diverse reading methods for the Bible, incorporating reader-focused, literary, and historical strategies.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Demonstrate a profound understanding of the theological emphases, genre, socio-historical context, and structure inherent in the Synoptic Gospels.
  • Conduct a critical analysis of passages from the Synoptic Gospels, applying a discerning and analytical approach to their content.
  • Acquire familiarity with the critical theories that underlie the processes leading to the composition of the Synoptic Gospels, enhancing insight into their origin and development.
  • Gain knowledge of the social and cultural circumstances prevailing in the Mediterranean world during the times of the New Testament, fostering a contextual understanding of the scripture.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in employing different reading methods for the Synoptic Gospels, including reader-focused, literary, and historical strategies.
  • Understand the intricate transmission of Jesus traditions during the first century, appreciating the historical context that shaped the development of these traditions within the Synoptic Gospels.

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