Spring 2004/Pasadena
NE502
Park
NE502: EXEGETICAL METHOD AND PRACTICE. Joseph S. Park.
DESCRIPTION:
- This course is an introduction to the task of New Testament
exegesis. It provides the student not only exposure to and practice in the
various methods of interpreting the Greek New Testament, but also a familiarity
with the larger issues of the validity and usefulness of these methods. Special
emphasis is placed on weighing the various kinds of evidence to produce an
exegetical judgment, and awareness of the reference tools available to assist
in this task.
RELEVANCE FOR MINISTRY:
- The ability to exegete the Greek New Testament is one of the most
important tools for responsible preaching and teaching. There can be no good
theology without good exegesis.
COURSE FORMAT:
- The course will be a combination of lectures, in-class
demonstration of various exegetical methods, and discussion of exegetical
assignments. The class will twice a week for two-hour sessions.
REQUIRED READING:
- Green, J. B., ed. Hearing the New Testament: Strategies for
Interpretation. Grand Rapids: Eerdmans, 1995.
- Hagner, D. A. New Testament Exegesis and Research: A Guide for
Seminarians. Pasadena, 1999.
- Extended Syllabus (available in the bookstore).
- See the Biblical Division bibliography "Linguistic and Exegetical Books Required in the Master of Divinity Program" available in the SOT Academic
Advising office.
RECOMMENDED READING:
- Danker, F. W. Multipurpose Tools for Bible Study. Rev. and
exp. ed. Minneapolis: Fortress, 1993.
ASSIGNMENTS:
- Notes and in-class quizzes on reading assignments.
- Written assignments on various elements of exegesis.
- An exegesis paper, not exceeding twelve pages in length, which demonstrates
proper knowledge and use of the methods and tools covered in this course. A
list of allowed passages will be given in class.
PREREQUISITES:
- LG512.
RELATIONSHIP TO CURRICULUM:
- Meets M.Div. core requirement in Hermeneutics (HERM).
FINAL EXAMINATION:
- None.