Content

This unit offers an advanced study of the Gospel of Luke. It will focus on exegesis of the special material in Luke as well as consideration of the Lukan redaction of Synoptic material, particularly the Gospel of Mark. It will also explore themes such as salvation, Christology, poverty, social justice, hospitality and ethnicity in Luke. These themes will be studies in relation to Luke’s narrative methods and literary structure, including the use of key images and symbols. Some attention will also be given to the Acts of the Apostles, the sequel to Luke’s Gospel, in order to gain a deeper sense of Luke’s overall purpose, structure and theology.

Unit code: BN3309T

Unit status: Approved (Major revision)

Points: 18.0

Unit level: Undergraduate Level 3

Unit discipline: New Testament

Delivery Mode: Online

Proposing College: Trinity College Theological School

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Learning outcomes

1.

Demonstrate a sound grasp of the overall contents, structure, theology, and symbolism of the Gospel of Luke

2.

Determine the likely sources of Luke’s Gospel and their redaction, thus demonstrating an ability to work with Luke as a Synoptic Gospel,

3.

Critically exegete and interpret passages in the Gospel of Luke utilising consolidated exegetical skills

4.

Assess secondary sources on aspects of the Gospel of Luke and its theology

5.

Engage with contemporary debates on the interpretation of the Gospel of Luke

Unit sequence

Introduction to the New Testament (or equivalent)

Pedagogy

online material including videos, tutorial discussions

Indicative Bibliography

  • Bartholomew, C.G., J.B. Green & A.C. Thiselton, ed. Reading Luke: Interpretation, Reflection, Formation. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 2005.
  • Bovon, F. Luke 1. Luke 2. Luke 3. 3 vols. Hermeneia. Minneapolis: Fortress, 2002–2013.
  • Byrne, B. The Hospitality of God: A Reading of Luke’s Gospel. Collegeville: Liturgical, 2000. (recommended for purchase)
  • Carroll, J.T. Luke: A Commentary. Louisville: Westminster John Knox, 2012. (recommended for purchase)
  • Fitzmyer, J.A. The Gospel According to Luke. 2 vols. Anchor Bible 28 & 28A. Garden City, NY: Doubleday, 1981-85.
  • Green, J.B. Luke. Grand Rapids: Eerdmans, 1997.
  • Johnson, L.T. The Gospel of Luke. Sacra Pagina 3. Collegeville: Michael Glazier (Liturgical), 1991. (recommended for purchase)
  • Lieu, J. The Gospel of Luke. Epworth Commentaries. Peterborough: Epworth, 1997.
  • Nolland, J. Luke 1–9:20. Luke 9:21–18:34. Luke 18:35–24:53. 3 vols. Word Biblical Commentary 35A–35C. Dallas: Word Books, 1989–1993.
  • Talbert, C.H. Reading Luke. 2nd ed. Reading the New Testament. Macon, GA.: Smyth & Helwys, 2002.
  • Tannehill, R.C. Luke. Abingdon New Testament Commentaries. Nashville: Abingdon, 1996.

Assessment

Type Description Word count Weight (%)
Essay

Thematic essay of 2000 words

0 45.0
Exegetical Essay

Exegetical essay of 2000 words

0 40.0
Seminar or Tutorial

Journal (tutorial reflection for Online) equivalent of 1000 words

0 15.0

Variant 1

Book Review 1500 40.0
Forum - Response to six Forum Questions 1000 15.0
Exegetical Essay 2500 45.0
Approvals

Unit approved for the University of Divinity by Maggie Kappelhoff on 10 Nov, 2020

Unit record last updated: 2021-06-07 08:43:51 +1000