PHIL 208 - Introduction to The New Testament

Institution:

Bowie State University

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Description:

Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101. This course provides an introduction to the New Testament. Students will examine the historical context in which Christianity arose. They will examine the gospels, the traditions about Jesus, and the teachings of Jesus. Other genre, such as the major letters of Paul, and the book of Revelation will also be discussed. Students will gain an appreciation for the impact that social context, the theological agenda of the editors, and the intended reader had on the development of New Testament writing.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.bowiestate.edu

Phone Number:

(301) 860-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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