DESCRIPTION:

Detailed exegesis of portions of the Greek text of Matthew, using the Aland synopsis, with special attention given especially to the unique characteristics of Matthew, its theology, and its life-setting. Contemporary trends in the study of the Gospel will be looked at, including among others, structuralism and narrative-critical approaches. The course intends to firm up the student's ability to exegete the Greek text through intensive practice.

A key tool for the pastor/teacher who would be a responsible steward of the word of God is the ability to exegete the Greek text of the New Testament. Students will also gain understanding of the Gospel of Matthew, its meaning for today and its potential for preaching.

The class will meet twice weekly for two-hour sessions. This is not primarily a lecture course, although some lectures may be given. It is a hands-on course in which the student will be expected to be actively engaged in the exegetical process in class, through the sharing of specific research assignments. The Greek text of Matthew will be the focus of work in the classroom.

Aland, Kurt, ed. Synopsis of the Four Gospels: Greek-English Edition of the Synopsis Quattuor Evangeliorium, with the Greek Nestle-Aland 26th Edition Text and Parallel English Revised Standard Version 2nd Edition Text. 9th Edition. United Bible Societies (New York: American Bible Society), 1987.

Hagner, D. A. Matthew. 2 vols. (Word Biblical Commentary). Dallas: Word, 1993, 1995.

France, R. T. Matthew: Evangelist and Teacher. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 1989.

Preparation of assigned Greek passages.

Weekly research assignments.

Term paper.

LG512; NE502; NS500; NS501.

Meets M.Div. core requirement in New Testament Exegesis (NTE).

No.