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REL 201: Introduction to the New Testament: Module 8
A basic introduction to the literature and theology of the New Testament, including exposure to critical methods such as form and redaction criticisms.
Outcomes
At the conclusion of this module, students will be able to:
- Explain the basic challenge Paul offers to religious people.
- Interpret the meaning of freedom in Paul.
- Explain the conundrum of the place of the Jews in God's plan.
Assignments
| Action | Assignment | Due no later than |
| Read | Paul's letters to the Galatians and Romans Chapters 14 and 17 in A Voyage Through the New Testament |
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| Post | Initial reply to discussion question | Thursday 11:59 PM EST/EDT |
| Post | Responses to at least two classmates | Sunday 11:59 PM EST/EDT |
| Complete | Final Exam | Sunday 11:59 PM EST/EDT |
Final Exam
There will be a final exam in Module 8 covering the reading material from the course. The final exam is worth 25% of the final grade.
Bibliography
Romans : a new translation with introduction and commentary by Call Number: BS195 .A53ISBN: 0385233175Publication Date: 1993-09-01Print Book – available for check out in the Library (2nd floor).
Galatians : a commentary on Paul's letter to the churches in Galatia by Call Number: BS2685.3 .B47ISBN: 9780800660093Publication Date: 1979-01-01Print Book – available for check out in the Library (2nd floor).
The Epistle to the Galatians : a commentary on the Greek text by Call Number: BS2685.3 .B75 1982ISBN: 0802823874Publication Date: 1982-08-01Print Book – available for check out in the Library (2nd floor).
