REL 213 - History, Literature, and Religion of the New Testament I

An introduction to the methods and models of interpretation. This interpretive approach focuses on the emergence of the Jesus movement in Judaism within the historical, religious, political, and cultural contexts of the ancient Hellenistic world. In particular, the course explores the Gospels, both canonical and non-canonical, and examines how historical contexts and literary narratives interact with religious and ethical insights.

Prerequisite(s): REL 101 or approval of the instructor
Credits: 3 hours (Fall of odd numbered years)