New Testament Greek B (AL8012W)

Postgraduate, 24.0 points

Content

This unit builds on AL 8002W, a basic introduction to biblical Greek, and introduces more advanced level grammar and vocabulary using a translation-based method (selections from Mark, Romans and Revelation). Students are introduced to principles of textual criticism.

Unit code: AL8012W

Unit status: Archived (New unit)

Points: 24.0

Unit level: Postgraduate Foundational

Unit discipline: Languages

Delivery Mode: Face to Face

Proposing College: Whitley College

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Learning outcomes

1.

Demonstrate a detailed and comprehensive understanding of Greek grammar and syntax.
2.

Show evidence of competence in translation
3.

Apply an advanced vocabulary and style to translation and exegetical work.
4.

Identify textual critical issues and demonstrate skills necessary for redactional work with a Greek synopsis
5.

Apply translation skills to the exegetical task and the preparation of sermons and Bible studies.
6.

Describe differences in vocabulary and style between selected New Testament texts

Unit sequence

AL8002W New Testament Greek A

Pedagogy

Face-to-face classes and weekly tutorial support via email

Indicative Bibliography

  • Aland,Barbara et al. The Greek New Testament: Reader’s Edition With Textual Notes. Institute for New Testament Textual Research: Munster, Westphalia, 2010 (recommended for purchase)
  • Aland, Kurt. Greek New Testament. Stuttgart: United Bible Society, 4th revised edn, 1993.
  • Aland, Kurt et al. The Text of the New Testament. Grand Rapids/Leiden: Eerdmans/E J Brill, 1981,1987, 1989
  • Bauer-Arndt-Gingrich-Danker. Greek-English Lexicon of the New Testament. 3rd edn, Chicago: University of Chicago, 2000 (recommended for purchase)
  • Brooks, James and C Winbery. Syntax of New Testament Greek. Washington, DC: University Press of America, 1979
  • Duff, Jeremy. The Elements of New Testament Greek. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 3rd edn, 2005 (recommended for purchase)
  • Elliott, J K and I Moir. Manuscripts and the Text of the New Testament. Edinburgh: T & T Clark, 1995
  • Jay, Eric G. New Testament Greek. London: SPCK, 1961
  • Metzger, Bruce M. The Text of the New Testament. New York: Oxford University Press, 1992
  • Metzger, Bruce M. A Textual Commentary on the Greek New Testament. London: United Bible Societies, 4th revised edn, 1994
  • Mounce, William D. Basics of Biblical Greek Grammar Grand Rapids, Michigan: Zondervan, 2009. Omanson, Roger L. A Textual Guide to the Greek New Testament. German Bible Society, Stuttgart, 2006
  • Porter, Stanley E. Idioms of the Greek New Testament. 2nd edn, Sheffield University Press, 1994

Assessment

Type Description Word count Weight (%)
Essay

Weekly take home exercise sheets (= 2400 words)

 2400 40.0
Short Answer Tests

Regular in-class tests (= 1600 words)

 1600 30.0
Written Examination

1 x two-hour examination

 2000 30.0
Approvals

Unit approved for the University of Divinity by John Capper on 1 Nov, 2015

Unit record last updated: 2020-10-09 09:39:32 +1100