| REL 112. Introduction to the New
Testament The writings of the New Testament are arguably some of the most influential pieces of literature in Western history, influencing the ways various communities have understood God, history, themselves, and others. This course studies the formation of these influential, yet diverse, writings, including the Gospel traditions, the Pauline letters, and the Apocalypse of John. Special attention is paid to the historical and religious contexts of early Christianity and the ways in which the early Christian writings respond to their social and cultural settings. This course allows students to engage directly the writings of the New Testament, by teaching important interpretive skills. Students complete weekly, short writing assignments that allow them to practice their interpretive skills while probing the depths of these ancient writings. Students also have the opportunity to raise questions about the twentieth-century use of these first-century products, as they do a "site-visit" at local Christian communities. Instructors: Huber Semester: taught every semester Credits: 4 semester hours |  |
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