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3.00 Credits
This course will examine the biblical women of Genesis, Judges, and Samuel, as well as the New Testament, using close readings of the biblical text as informed by intertestamental writings, early Church interpretations, and rabbinic midrash, as well as contemporary literary and analytic perspectives. Prerequisite: any 200-level TRS or HSTR course.
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This course examines how peoples of the Ancient Near East explained the origins of the world. This is done by reading primary texts from Egypt, Mesopotamia, and Canaan alongside Genesis 1-3 and allusions to creation in Job, Psalms, Isaiah, etc. It focuses on interpreting the light that non-biblical texts shed on the Bible, science vs. "creationism" issues, and the theological meaning of the biblical creation texts read in dialogue with modern interpreters from Dietrich Bonhoeffer to Benedict XVI. Prerequisites: Either TRS 200, 210 or HSTR 101.
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A detailed study of the book of Psalms, including its interpretation in Jewish and Christian traditions and its use in worship and liturgy. The Psalms as a summary of the Bible and a school of prayer. Prerequisite: Either TRS 200, TRS 210, TRS 240, HSTR 101, or HSTR 102.
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This course is a study of social justice and Old Testament ethics, in particular the social vision of the prophets and legal traditions of the Bible and their application to contemporary issues. It offers an in-depth examination of the prophets' exhortations and teachings on God's justice for Israel. Particular attention will also be given to the Exodus as a paradigm for liberation. The course will regularly examine the use of the biblical social justice message for the life and work of the modern Church and provide an opportunity to discuss the significance of the prophetic cry for justice for the Church today. Prerequisites: HSTR 101, TRS 200, 201, 210, or 261.
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An examination of the biblical passages involving war and other violence, with a focus on the Old Testament and the biblical roots of just war theory and pacifism. Includes study of the tension between the Testament on the issues of war and violence, the moral critique of Scripture, and how interpreters through the ages have responded to this tension and critique. Prerequisites: Any one of the following courses: HSTR 101, TRS 200, 201, or 210.
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This course provides an overview of the office of prophet in Israel versus that of prophets in other countries in the Ancient Near East. There will be an investigation of the role of Old Testament prophets with a presentation of the basic message of each of Israel¿s writing prophets. Attention will be given to the former prophets of the OT, with consideration of their audience and activities. Focus will be directed on the ethical dimension of the written prophetic message and its relevance in the modern world. Prerequisites: Any TRS 200-level or HSTR course.
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to the synoptic gospels, Matthew, Mark, and Luke; their origins and significance in the apostolic church. Includes an investigation of contemporary methods of New Testament interpretation: historical-critical and theological-ecclesial. Prerequisite: TRS 210
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3.00 Credits
The structure of John: the Book of Signs, the Book of Glory. Jesus as incarnate Logos; Jesus as the source of Christian life. Religious symbol in John. Prerequisites: Any TRS 200-level or HSTR course.
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3.00 Credits
After a discussion of Paul's life and ministry as narrated in the Acts of the Apostles, this course provides a close reading of several Pauline letters in light of the religious message they communicate. The course gives special attention to Paul's understanding Christ, sin and redemption, the Church, the moral life and hope of the believer. Prerequisites: Any TRS 200-level or HSTR course.
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