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English/History 15BA Literary & Historical Study of the New Testament
This course is an introduction to the Greek Bible, commonly called the New Testament. An anthology of diverse literary texts produced during the first century of the Roman Empire, the New Testament records the life and teachings of Jesus of Nazareth and the writings of his earliest disciples. In our study we will sample each of the major literary modes of expression within the New Testament, paying particular attention to their historical context. In so doing, we will develop an appreciation for the Bible's continuing influence on western culture, including law, ethics, music, art, and drama.
May be taken for Literature credit or History credit, but not both.
This course is offered in the winter quarter only.
New Testament Syllabus
New Testament Study Schedule
"Tradition means giving votes to the most obscure of all classes, our ancestors. It is the democracy of the dead. Tradition refuses to submit to that arrogant oligarchy who merely happen to be walking around."
--G. K. Chesterton
Some useful links:
Biblical Archaeology Review: Edited by Hershel Shanks, this magazine reports on all things biblical for the general reader. Great resource for art and artifact photos and popular reports on recent findings.
Bible Tutor: A product of Luther Seminary in Minnesota, this individually-paced web site includes quizzes and historical charts from a Protestant perspective.
Biblical Studies Resources: Redacted by Dr. Jim West, this page contains numerous helpful links to all sorts of academic resources.
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