Johanneisk litteratur

Johannine Literature

Förkunskapskrav

Innehåll

An exegetical study of the Gospel and Epistles of John. The study explicates the literary and theological themes related to these books. Key historical issues, such as authorship, date, and community, are also investigated.

Utbildningsmål

As a result of successfully completing this course, the student should be able to:

Knowledge and Understanding  
–understand the proposed religious and cultural influences on the author in the composition of the Gospel and Epistles in their contexts
–understand various interpretations of the texts and formulate a sound, coherent personal interpretation
–know the major theological issues and themes in the texts, particularly in relationship to the Paraclete, the Holy Spirit
–appreciate the depth of spiritual insight and literary skill contained in the texts.

Skills and Abilities
–describe the Christian community with which the beloved disciple was related
–apply the spiritual truths of John’s Gospel and Epistles to the life of the individual and church in the context of ministry to the world
–list and explain the background factors pertinent to the study of the Gospel and Epistles of John
–recite the central events, movements, and topics contained in the books.

Assessment and Approach
–discuss the pericopes in the texts in light of various interpretations, with the awareness of the Spirit’s role in sound interpretation
–explain the major theological themes of the texts
–compare and contrast theological themes in the Gospel and Epistles
–explain the correlation between the themes and issues in Johannine literature and similar themes and issues in the greater context of church and society today.