Prospectus Bachelor of Theology Christian Leaders for Africa

More documents

Recommendations

Info

words in the original languages), syntax (the grammatical relationship between words within sentences) and semantics (the meaning of words and sentences in their literary and historical context) is essential. In this course we will thus define, describe and learn the method of Biblical Theology. Given what we have said above, it thus clear that Biblical Theology is a vital foundational discipline for any theological or ethical reflection upon the Bible. Learning Outcomes: At the end of the course you should be able to: • define Biblical Theology and explain its relationship to the other branches of theology. • explain the importance and use of Biblical Theology • identify the major themes of the Old Testament and explain how they are progressively developed within the unfolding revelation of the Old Testament. • produce a schematic diagram of the main stages of Old Testament revelation as “revelation of the Kingdom of God”. • explain how the key theological themes within the Old Testament find their fulfilment in the Person and Work of Jesus Christ. • identify the key theological themes of the New Testament and explain how these themes are related to the Person and Work of Jesus Christ. • complete the schematic diagram by showing how the revelation of the Kingdom of God is continued and consummated in the New Testament. • explain the meaning and significance of key texts from the Old and New Testaments using the method of Biblical Theology. 2.3.6 New Testament Exegesis II Credits: 12 Description: The aim of this course is to introduce you to Acts and some of the New Testament letters in a manner which locates them in the history of the early church and the ideas and controversies of the first century. It also aims to further develop exegetical skills with particular attention paid to rhetorical criticism and the exegesis of historical narrative. Learning Outcomes: At the end of the course you should be able to: • give an outline of the history of the apostolic period (AD30-100) and say where each book studied fits into the New Testament history • exegete selected passages from Acts within their historical and theological context • identify areas of controversy relating to the background and theology of the various books and give a biblical defence of the integrity and authenticity of the NT literature • describe the use of rhetoric, both in relation to selected speeches within Acts and with respect to the book as a whole 2.3.7 Hebrew Narrative Credits: 12 Description: In the course you will build on the foundations laid in Old Testament 1 and focus in greater detail on the exegesis and interpretation of the Old Testament, in particular with reference to Genesis to Kings, (Torah and Former Prophets), that part of the Old Testament Canon which is sometimes described within scholarly literature as Hebrew Grand Narrative. The aim of the course is twofold: First, the course aims to introduce, you, the learner, to the narrative form and literary structure as well as the content and key theological themes of Genesis to Kings. Second, the course aims at the further development of the skills required to exegete and interpret Old Testament narrative texts as part of the Canon of Christian Scripture. These twin aims will be met by lectures, required reading, group work and personal research. Learning Outcomes: At the end of the course you should be able to: • describe in some detail the structure and content of the Torah and Former Prophets. • show how certain major themes are developed and explored through the narrative form of the text. • exegete key texts from the Torah and Former Prophets. • interpret these texts within their historical, literary and Biblical theological context. 18
2.3.8 Jesus & the Gospels Credits: 12 Description: Jesus and the Gospels aims to deepen your understanding of the man Jesus and his mission as it is presented in the four Gospels, against the background of his times, and mindful of modern critical theories and attacks, so you may be better able to preach Jesus accurately, and with conviction and integrity. Learning Outcomes: At the end of this course you should be able to: • identify the different perspectives of the 4 evangelists • distinguish between fact and supposition regarding the life of Jesus. • relate Gospel episodes to their life-context in the ministry of Jesus. • relate as much of the gospel tradition as is possible to a coherent account of Jesus ministry. • mount a defence of the historical faithfulness of the Gospel portraits, as well as point out the areas of problem in the Gospel accounts 2.3.9 New Testament Exegesis III Credits: 12 Description: This exegetical course comprises studies in Paul’s letter to the Romans. In this module you will study the historical, literary and theological context of the epistle. Classical introductory issues such as date and authorship as well as questions about the socio-historical setting and rhetorical purpose of the letter will be addressed. The course thus provides further instruction in the skills of socio-historical and rhetorical criticism as applied to the text in its final, canonical form. Learning Outcomes: At the end of the module you should be able to: • describe in broad outline the structure and contents of the Epistle to the Romans • exegete and interpret selected texts from Romans, using available tools (lexicons, grammars, dictionaries and commentaries) • describe and briefly discuss some of the critical issues within current Pauline scholarship with special reference to the interpretation of Romans • discuss key theological and ethical themes from Romans • reflect on the implications of the letter for Christian life and ministry today 2.3.10 Hebrew Prophecy Credits: 12 Description: In this course we continue to develop skills in Old Testament exegesis and interpretation, in particular focussing upon the exegesis and interpretation of Old Testament prophetic literature. We deal with prophecy as a literary genre and look in greater detail at the he books of Isaiah and Ezekiel. The structure and key theological themes of these major prophetic books are discussed and the exegesis of selected key texts undertaken. Learning Outcomes: At the end of the course you should be able to: • explain the rise of the prophecy within Israel and describe its importance within Israelite history and theological thought • describe and discuss the main features of Old Testament prophecy as a literary genre • describe in some detail the structure of the books of Isaiah and Ezekiel • identify major theological themes in Isaiah and Ezekiel and show how these major themes are developed and explored progressively through each book • exegete key texts within Isaiah and Ezekiel 19
Page 1 and 2: Prospectus Bachelor of Theology Abo
Page 3 and 4: Mission Statement George Whitefield
Page 5 and 6: Board, Faculty and Staff Declaratio
Page 7 and 8: Language Policy The primary teachin
Page 9 and 10: Ross Anderson (Biblical Studies) B.
Page 11 and 12: The Bachelor of Theology degree Pro
Page 13 and 14: Study Guides At the commencement of
Page 15 and 16: will trace the indications of the s
Page 17: 2.3.2 Old Testament Introduction Cr
Page 21 and 22: Learning Outcomes: At the end of th
Page 23 and 24: • show a basic understanding of t
Page 25 and 26: 3.1.2 The Pastoral Ministry Credits
Page 27 and 28: (b) Creative Communication & Child
Page 29 and 30: Learning Outcomes: At the end of th
Page 31 and 32: 3.2.4 NT Greek IA Credits: 12 Descr
Page 33 and 34: 3.2.11 Philosophy Credits: 8 Descri
Page 35 and 36: Bookshop GWC has an Academic Booksh
Page 37: How to apply for admission 1. The f

Prospectus Bachelor of Theology Christian Leaders for Africa

Create successful ePaper yourself

Delete template?

Save as template?