Read and study the New Testament in its original Greek.
The Graduate Certificate and Advanced Graduate Certificate in Greek Exegesis is designed for students who seek intensive study of Greek through the books of the New Testament.
Program Snapshot
| 9-18 | Credit Hours | 3-6 Classes |
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| $322 | Per Credit Hour | Learn more |
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| Next Start Date | June 2 | |
Train for more faithful service
Students interested in Greek Exegesis with the Southern M.Div. may complete a 9 hour Graduate Certificate, or an 18 hour Advanced Graduate Certificate en route to their degree.
Choose any 3 courses. Students pursuing the Advanced Graduate Certificate will choose any 6 courses:
| Course Number | Description | Credit Hours |
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| 22440 | Introduction to Greek Exegesis: 1 John | 3 |
| 22430 | Advanced Greek Grammar | 3 |
| 22600 | Greek Exegesis: The Gospel of Matthew | 3 |
| 22620 | Greek Exegesis: The Gospel of Mark | 3 |
| 22640 | Greek Exegesis: The Gospel of Luke | 3 |
| 22649 | Greek Exegesis: Acts | 3 |
| 22660 | Greek Exegesis: The Gospel of John | 3 |
| 22680 | Greek Exegesis: Romans | 3 |
| 22700 | Greek Exegesis: 1 Corinthians | 3 |
| 22710 | Greek Exegesis: Galatians | 3 |
| 22720 | Greek Exegesis: Ephesians and Colossians | 3 |
| 22760 | Greek Exegesis: 1 Peter | 3 |
| 22780 | Greek Exegesis: James | 3 |
| 22790 | Greek Exegesis: The Revelation of John | 3 |
| 22800 | Greek Exegesis: Selected Texts | 3 |
| 22889 | Greek Exegesis: Hebrews | 3 |
Please note that not all courses have been developed for online delivery.
Only a selection of the above courses may be offered in an academic year.
Learning Outcome
- Students will demonstrate growing proficiency in the use of New Testament Greek for the interpretation of Scripture.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Graduate Certificate in Greek Exegesis allows students to engage in intensive studies of New Testament books in their original language.
Graduate Certificates are only open to M.Div. students. Every M.Div. at Southern Seminary combines a robust core of biblical and theological studies plus missions, evangelism, and ministry courses to ensure students are prepared for a variety of ministry roles.
Graduate Certificates are open to M.Div. students or alumni.
Students may apply for the Master of Divinity with an accredited bachelor’s degree (in any field/major). It is not required that applicants have an academic background in biblical or ministry studies.
Click here to learn more or start your application.
Graduate Certificates are meant to prepare students for specific ministry roles in conjunction with the Master of Divinity. Therefore, only students enrolled in the M.Div. may pursue Graduate Certificates.
Students who already hold a M.Div. degree may apply for and pursue additional Graduate Certificates.
The following students are eligible to apply for and pursue stand-alone Graduate Certificates:
- M.Div. alumni of Southern Seminary
- M.Div. alumni of other ATS-accredited seminaries
The application for Graduate Certificates comprises of:
- The full, online application
- Official transcripts of your M.Div.
- Pastoral recommendation from your current church (provided in the application)
Greek Exegesis faculty include:
Robert L. Plummer
Collin and Evelyn Aikman Professor of Biblical Studies
Jonathan T. Pennington
Professor of New Testament Interpretation
Thomas R. Schreiner
James Buchanan Harrison Professor of New Testament Interpretation and Professor of Biblical Theology
Jarvis J. Williams
Professor of New Testament Interpretation
Research Interests
GalatiansRomans
Ephesians
Pauline Theology
Second Temple Judaism
William F. Cook, III
Professor of New Testament Interpretation
Resources as a Southern Seminary student
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Flexible Course Options
With multiple course delivery options you’ll find classes that fit around your schedule.
- 100% online degrees
- Main campus courses
- Hybrid campus intensive options
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