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Archived Version 2022 - 2023
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Description The purpose of this module is to enable students to reflect critically on key themes and issues related to the academic study of the New Testament, with a particular focus on the four canonical Gospels: Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. Students explore the background and formation of gospels as a genre, and the field of historical Jesus research in which the gospels play a starring role. Students will also practice analysing texts from a variety of perspectives. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. Situate the Gospels and the gospel genre in their Jewish and Roman historical contexts. 2. Reflect critically on historical issues related to the background and formation of the Gospels. 3. Describe the different themes, tendencies, and portrayals of Jesus in the four gospels. 4. Practice applying various hermeneutics or theoretical lenses of approach. 5. Become familiar with the history of developments in historical Jesus research. 6. Demonstrate a broad knowledge of Jesus’ life and thought based on a critical evaluation of the major sources (the gospels) in conjunction with other sources. 7. Heighten sensitivity towards modern uses of the 'Jesus-story' in the public domain, and practice interacting with them sympathetically and ethically. 8. Work towards becoming an independent researcher. 9. Improve both oral and written communication skills. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Learning Activities New Testament backgrounds: the gospels in contextGospels: origins and historical issuesKey themes and issues in Matthew, Mark, Luke and JohnCritical methods and approaches in New Testament study | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Other Resources 49502, video, O'Loughlin, Tom and Sara Parks, 2018, What is a Gospel?, YouTube, University of Nottingham, https://youtu.be/zsJno1fjX1o, 49503, website, Denzey Lewis, Nicola, 0, Does the Bible Relate to History "As It Actually Happened?", Bible Odyssey, SBL, https://www.bibleodyssey.org/en/tools/bible-basics/does-the-bible-relate-to-history-as-it-actually-happened, 49504, video, ReligionForBreakfast, 2014, How Did the New Testament Form?, YouTube, https://youtu.be/SCy7NuujCLc, 49505, video, UsefulCharts, 2021, Who Wrote the Bible? Episode 5: Gospels and Acts, YouTube, https://youtu.be/Z6PrrnhAKFQ, | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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