The unit will commence with a brief study of the historical setting and literary forms of the New Testament writings, with special emphasis on the origin, literary character and theology of the Markan narrative. The methodology of biblical exegesis will be explained and illustrated in relation to the Gospel – also in relation to the broader scope of the Synoptic Gospels.
Unit Code: BN9018Y
Points: 24.0
Unit Level: Postgraduate Elective
Unit Discipline: New Testament
Delivery Mode: Face to Face
Proposing College: Yarra Theological Union
Show when this Unit is running| 1. | Describe the types of literary forms found in the Gospel of Mark and demonstrate how knowledge of these forms aid in the interpretation of specific passages |
| 2. | Analyse the geographic and historical background to the Gospel of Mark and discuss the social and political world in which it emerged |
| 3. | Critically engage with the structure, content and key theological themes of the Gospel of Mark, the purpose for which it was written, the literary and narrative techniques that are used and its relationship to the other Synoptic Gospels also the Gospel of Thomas |
| 4. | Analyse the relationship between the Gospel of Mark and the OT and articulate implicit and explicit intertextual references |
| 5. | Identify and utilise the materials that assist NT interpretation |
| 6. | Demonstrate an understanding of the distinctive theology of Mark |
2 Foundational Units in Biblical Studies, or equivalent
Lectures, tutorials and class discussions
| Type | Description | Wordcount | Weight (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exegetical Essay | 2500 word exegetical essay |
2500 | 40.0 |
| Essay | 4500 word research essay |
4500 | 60.0 |
Unit approved for the University of Divinity by John Capper on 27 Sep, 2019
Unit Record last updated: 2019-10-24 09:07:20 +1100