Module THMN1011: Introduction to the Old and New Testaments

Department: Theology and Ministry

THMN1011: Introduction to the Old and New Testaments

Prerequisites

• None

Corequisites

• None

Excluded Combination of Modules

• None

Aims

• To enable students to read, understand, enjoy and communicate the Old and New Testaments by studying key texts.
• To explore the place and use of the Old and New Testaments in the mission and ministry of the church today.

Content

• Different interpretive approaches to the Old Testament
• Introduction to the Pentateuch
• Focus on Genesis
• Exodus and the David-story: study of selected texts
• The historical Jesus debate
• Historical-critical methods in New Testament study
• Contemporary approaches to New Testament interpretation

Learning Outcomes

• By the end of the course the student will be able to:
• Give an account of different interpretive approaches to the Old & New Testaments
• Give an indication of how Israel understood her scriptures, especially Genesis-Deuteronomy

• Compare and evaluate historical-critical, literary and theological approaches to the Pentateuch and the history books
• Situate major elements of Genesis-2 Kings in their historical and literary contexts
• Demonstrate the value of different interpretive approaches for the study of the Synoptic Gospels and the life and mission of Jesus

• Integrate critical scholarship with spiritual, pastoral and homiletical concerns

Modes of Teaching, Learning and Assessment and how these contribute to the learning outcomes of the module

• Lectures & Seminars, 28 hours contact time.

Teaching Methods and Learning Hours

Summative Assessment

Formative Assessment:

1500 word essay

■ Attendance at all activities marked with this symbol will be monitored. Students who fail to attend these activities, or to complete the summative or formative assessment specified above, will be subject to the procedures defined in the University's General Regulation V, and may be required to leave the University