This unit explores Paul’s letter to the Roman Christ-communities in the context of mid-first century life in the imperial capital. It focuses on Paul’s theology of suffering and how he addresses the situation of the urban population of Rome, generating hope for those from many nations and cultures enslaved in the service of the powerful. The gospel of the righteousness (justice) of God revealed through Jesus Christ for Jews and Gentiles will be read and interpreted in dialogue with recent Pauline scholarship. The unit will include studies of selected texts in Romans concerning suffering and justice, with discussions on the implications for the church today.
Unit code: BN2033W
Unit status: Approved (Major revision)
Points: 18.0
Unit level: Undergraduate Level 2
Unit discipline: New Testament
Delivery Mode: Face to Face
Proposing College: Whitley College
Show when this unit is running| 1. | Articulate the major interpretations of Romans, especially in relation to suffering and justice |
| 2. | Describe the socio-political and cultural setting for Christ-communities in ancient Rome |
| 3. | Outline a reasonable interpretive strategy for Paul’s letter to the Romans |
| 4. | Exegete selected texts from Romans |
| 5. | Give an informed account of the theological themes in Romans, including its christological, ecclesiological, pneumatological, and missiological dimensions |
| 6. | Display awareness of the implications of Romans for the issues around suffering and social justice today |
First-level introductory unit in New Testament (BN1001W or equivalent)
Lectures and class discussion
| Type | Description | Word count | Weight (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exegetical Essay | Exegetical essay |
1500 | 40.0 |
| Tutorial Paper/Seminar Paper | Tutorial Paper/Seminar Paper |
1000 | 20.0 |
| Essay | Thematic essay |
1500 | 40.0 |
Unit approved for the University of Divinity by Maggie Kappelhoff on 23 Sep, 2020
Unit record last updated: 2021-06-07 08:43:51 +1000