New Testament Language & Literature
| Chair | Clinton E. Arnold, Ph.D. |
| Professors | Arnold, Hellerman, Wilkins |
| Associate Professors | Hubbard, Rabinowitz, Rhee |
| Assistant Professors | Geringer, Hultberg |
Objectives
The purpose of this department is to impart to the student a knowledge of the Greek New Testament which includes three principal areas: historical backgrounds, Greek grammar and exegesis of the text. The plan is to provide students with tools which will enable them to utilize the Greek text in future study, interpretation, and in exposition of the Word of God.
Students are strongly advised to take beginning Greek prior to starting coursework at Talbot (either in summer school at Talbot or in undergraduate work), so that the student can immediately begin work with the Greek text of the New Testament. A qualifying examination in Greek is available to all students with previous Greek training. Those with a grade of "C" or higher on the examination will be enrolled in TTNT 503 and the rest in TTNT 501. Those who take beginning Greek at Talbot for credit will have 4 units fewer elective units.
TTNT 501 - Beginning Greek I (2)
TTNT 502 - Beginning Greek II (2)
An introductory study of the basic elements of New Testament Greek. Translation of portions of the New Testament in the second semester. Designed for students who have not completed a full sequence of beginning Greek courses. Not for credit in the M.Div. program unless the student takes in place of elective units.
TTNT 503 - Introduction to Exegesis (3)
A comprehensive survey of morphology and syntax, the building of a Greek vocabulary, an introduction to textual criticism, and the development of an exegetical methodology with reading in selected passages of the Greek New Testament. Designed to emphasize the value of Greek study as a tool for understanding the biblical text. Includes a required one hour non-credit lab. Prerequisite: TTNT 501-502. Required of M.Div. and M.A. (TTBE, TTNT, TTOT, TTTH) students.
TTNT 604 - Exegesis in the Gospels (3)
Exegetical study of select passages from the Greek text of the gospels. Application of exegetical methodology and discussion of background issues, including historical backgrounds, composition, authorship, and distinctives of each book. Special attention given to assessment of modern critical methods for the interpretation of the biblical text. Prerequisite: TTNT 503. Required of M.Div. and M.A. (TTBE, TTNT) students.
TTNT 605 - Exegesis in the Epistles and Acts (3)
Exegetical study of select passages from the Greek text of the Epistles in the light of the historical framework of the book of Acts. Application of exegetical methodology and discussion of background issues, including historical backgrounds, composition, authorship, and distinctives of each book. Special attention given to assessment of modern critical methods for the interpretation of the biblical text. Prerequisite: TTNT 503. Required of M.Div. and M.A. (TTBE, TTNT) students.
TTNT 608 - Summer Readings in New Testament Greek (1-2)
Selected readings from the Greek New Testament. The course is designed to give students who have completed first year Greek experience in reading the text during the summer before they take TTNT 503. Prerequisite: TTNT 501 and 502.
TTNT 610 - Readings in New Testament Greek (1-3)
Selected readings from the Greek New Testament. The course is designed to give students experience in reading the text. May be repeated for credit with study of different content. Prerequisite: TTNT 503.
TTNT 616 - Readings in Hellenistic Greek (1-3)
Readings from a variety of literary and non-literary Koine texts as a means of developing a greater awareness of the linguistic, literary, and cultural context of the New Testament. Prerequisite: TTNT 503. Elective.*
TTNT 621 - Life of Christ (2)
A study of the historical and cultural background to the gospels; extensive study of the mission, life and teachings of Christ. A harmony / synopsis of the gospels will be employed in order to give attention to the similarities and differences in the gospel accounts. Elective.*
TTNT 623 - Exegesis of the Gospel of Matthew (2)
A study of the entire gospel with detailed exegesis of select passages. Special attention given to the structure, argument, and interpretative problems of the gospel. Prerequisite: TTNT 503. Elective.*
TTNT 641 - Exegesis of Romans (2)
A study of the entire epistle with detailed exegesis of select passages. Special attention given to the structure, argument, and interpretative problems of the epistle. Prerequisite: TTNT 503. Elective.*
TTNT 644 - Exegesis of Ephesians (2)
Translation and exegesis of the epistle with special attention given to determining the life-setting and to interpreting the primary themes. Prerequisite: TTNT 503. Elective.*
TTNT 646 - Exegesis of Hebrews (2)
A study of the entire epistle with detailed exegesis of select passages. Special attention given to the structure, argument, and interpretative problems of the epistle. Prerequisite: TTNT 503. Elective.*
TTNT 701 - The World of the New Testament (2)
New Testament historical backgrounds and archaeology, including a study of the religious developments, literature, geography and cultural setting of Judaism and the Hellenistic world at the time of Christ and the early Church. Required of M.A. (NT) students.
TTNT 703 - The Cultural Setting of the Gospels (2)
An examination of such things as Jewish religious beliefs and customs, the political situation, urban life, folk belief, ethnic issues, language, Graeco-Roman religious beliefs and customs, and other cultural phenomena that form the relevant background to the Gospels. Elective.*
TTNT 704 - The Cultural Setting of Acts (2)
An examination of such things as Jewish religious beliefs and customs, the political situation, urban life, folk belief, ethnic issues, language, Graeco-Roman religious beliefs and customs, and other cultural phenomena that form the relevant background to the book of Acts. Elective.*
TTNT 707 - The Cultural Setting of Second Corinthians (2)
An examination of such things as Jewish religious beliefs and customs, the political situation, urban life, folk belief, ethnic issues, language, Graeco-Roman religious beliefs and customs, and other cultural phenomena that form the relevant background to Paul's letters to Corinth. Elective.*
TTNT 721 - Exegesis of the Synoptic Discourses of Christ (2)
Christ's major discourses in the Synoptic gospels, with principal emphasis upon the Sermon on the Mount, the Parables of the Mysteries of the Kingdom and the Olivet Discourse. The content of the discourses will be analyzed within the ministry of Christ. Prerequisite: TTNT 503. Elective.*
TTNT 722 - Exegesis of the Gospel of Luke (2)
Extensive translation in the gospel. Exegesis of selected portions. Consideration of the contribution of this book to one's knowledge of the life of Christ. Examination of style and vocabulary of Luke. Prerequisite: TTNT 503. Elective.*
TTNT 723 - Exegesis of Acts (2)
Extensive translation in the book. Exegesis of selected portions. Consideration of the contribution of this book to knowledge of the expansion and life of the early Church. Introduction to critical issues in the book, with emphasis upon its importance and its historicity. Comparison of style with that of Luke's gospel. Prerequisite: TTNT 503. Elective.*
TTNT 741 - Exegesis of Second Corinthians (2)
A detailed study of the Greek text of the epistle with special attention given to problems of grammar and interpretation. Prerequisite: TTNT 503. Elective.*
TTNT 742 - Exegesis of Galatians (2)
A detailed exegesis of the original text together with a consideration of the historical situations. Prerequisite: TTNT 503. Elective.*
TTNT 743 - Exegesis of Philippians (2)
A detailed study of the Greek text of the epistle with special attention given to the problems of grammar and interpretation. Prerequisite: TTNT 503. Elective.*
TTNT 744 - Exegesis of Colossians (2)
A detailed study of the Greek text of the epistle with emphasis upon the problems present in the Colossian church. Exegesis of the epistle. Prerequisite: TTNT 503. Elective.*
TTNT 747 - Exegesis of the Pastoral Epistles (2)
An examination of I Timothy, II Timothy and Titus in the Greek text with a special focus on church structure and leadership. Prerequisite: TTNT 503. Elective.*
TTNT 751 - Exegesis of the Apocalypse (2)
A study based on the original text, with a focus on the seven churches and the literary genre of the book. Prerequisite: TTNT 503. Elective.*
TTNT 755 - Theology of the Gospels (2)
An examination of the theological teaching of Jesus as recorded in the four gospel narratives. Special attention is paid to the chronological development of themes taught by Christ in the light of His presentation and rejection. Elective.* (Cross-listed with TTTH 729).
TTNT 757 - Johannine Theology (2)
The theology of the Johannine writings, with emphasis upon the concepts that the writer himself emphasizes. Prerequisite: TTNT 501-502. Elective.*
TTNT 759 - Pauline Theology (2)
The main themes of Paul's doctrine from the biblical theological perspective. Prerequisite: TTNT 501-502. Elective.* (Cross-listed with TTTH 730).
TTNT 770 - Spiritual Formation in the Letters of Paul (2)
An exploration of the theme of Christian growth in the letters and life of the Apostle Paul. Elective.*
TTNT 791 - New Testament Seminar (1-4)
Supervised research of designated areas of concentration in New Testament literature, history, interpretation or theology. May be repeated for credit with different content. Elective.*
TTNT 801 - Textual Criticism of the New Testament (2)
The origin and history of textual criticism. Study of the relative value of manuscripts and the examination of textual theories. Prerequisite: TTNT 503. Elective for Th.M. students; others by departmental permission.*
TTNT 803 - Advanced Greek Grammar (2)
TTNT 804 - Advanced Greek Grammar (2)
An intensive study of standard works on advanced Greek grammar. May be continued for a second semester as warranted. Prerequisite: TTNT 503, 604, 605, 4 units TTNT exegesis electives. Elective for Th.M. students; others by departmental permission.*
TTNT 812 - The World of the New Testament (3)
New Testament historical backgrounds and archaeology, including a study of the religious developments, literature, geography and cultural setting of Judaism and the Hellenistic world at the time of Christ and the early Church. Required of Th.M. (NT) students.
TTNT 814 - Seminar on the Cultural Setting of the New Testament (3)
An examination of such things as Jewish religious beliefs and customs, the political situation, urban life, folk belief, ethnic issues, language, Graeco-Roman religious beliefs and customs, and other cultural phenomena that form the relevant background to various TTNT books. May be repeated for credit with the study of a different content. Elective for Th.M. students; others by departmental permission.*
TTNT 816 - Hellenistic Greek Seminar (1-3)
Readings from a variety of literary and non-literary Koine texts as a means of developing a greater awareness of the linguistic, literary, and cultural context of the New Testament. May be repeated for credit with a different emphasis. Prerequisite: TTNT 503. Elective for Th.M. students; others by departmental permission.*
TTNT 822 - Seminar in the Gospels (1-3)
Advanced study of one or more of the gospels. Special attention given to critical and exegetical issues problems associated with a particular gospel(s). May be repeated for credit with the study of a different content. Prerequisite: TTNT 503, 604. Elective for Th.M. students; others by departmental permission.*
TTNT 824 - The Acts of the Apostles (2)
Introduction to the book, the emphasis upon its importance and its historicity. Translation of the text with exegesis of certain sections. Comparison of style with that of Luke's gospel and comparison of Peter's and Paul's speeches with their epistles. Elective for Th.M. students; others by departmental permission.*
TTNT 825 - Seminar in New Testament Theology (2)
Advanced study in biblical theology focusing on describing the thought of one of the biblical writers or a grouping of TTNT books. May be repeated for credit with the study of a different content. Prerequisite: TTNT 501-502. Elective for Th.M. students; others by departmental permission.*
TTNT 832 - Seminar in the Epistles (1-3)
Advanced study of one or more of the epistles. Special attention given to critical and exegetical issues associated with a particular epistle(s). May be repeated for credit with the study of different epistle. Prerequisite: TTNT 503, 605. Elective for Th.M. students; others by departmental permission.*
TTNT 880 - Directed Research (1-3)
Detailed research on some aspect of the New Testament. May include a special focus on or combined study of exegesis, New Testament history, introductory matters, or New Testament theology. Elective for Th.M. students.*
TTNT 890 - Advanced New Testament Seminar (1-4)
Supervised research of designated areas of concentration in New Testament literature, history, interpretation or theology. May be repeated for credit with different content. Elective for Th.M. students; others by departmental permission.*
TTNT 891 - Research Seminar (3)
TTNT 892 - Research Seminar (3)
Discussion and application of the central areas of New Testament research and related fields of study. Instruction in research methodology, including the identification of a problem, the steps taken to resolve it, and writing the results. Required for the first semester of the Th.M. (N.T) program. Fee: $50, (TTNT 891). A second semester may be taken to continue research in the area of interest.
* Electives are offered by rotation and on request.