The Ph.D. in New Testament provides the training ground for strengthening Greek, studying Johannine literature, or interacting with contemporary NT scholarship issues such as Paul’s view of justification.
Seminars provide students the opportunity to engage in focused study on key subjects in their academic discipline. The following are just a few of the courses available to New Testament students.
83540 Romans |
The magisterial letter to the Romans has exercised great influence throughout church history over some of the greatest theologians. This course traces Paul’s argument in the epistle, examines central theological themes, and discusses the implications of the letter for today’s church. |
83900 New Testament Backgrounds |
This seminar is a study of the rise and development of Second Temple Judaism and its influence on the New Testament with emphasis on the movements, institutions, practices, teachings, and cultural distinctives pertinent to the interpretation of the New Testament. |
83560 Hebrews |
This course will consist of an exegesis of Hebrews and a study of recent literature related to the epistle. |
If you are interested in applying for the Ph.D. in this area of study, learn more about the Admissions Process.
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