PHIL 2403 - New Testament Survey

Credits: 3
This course provides an introduction to the literature, history, and theology of the New Testament. Students will explore the historical background of first-century Judaism and the Greco-Roman world, examine the life and teachings of Jesus, and study the development of early Christianity through the writings of Paul and other New Testament authors. Emphasis is placed on understanding the major themes, literary forms, and theological messages of the Gospels, Acts, Epistles, and Revelation. Students will also consider the New Testament’s cultural impact and its continuing influence on philosophy, ethics, and Western thought. Lecture 3 hours per week.