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DR452G: GOD AND SALVATION IN THE LETTERS OF PAUL (2016-2017)

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Course Overview

The writings of the apostle Paul have exercised more influence over the development of Christian theology than almost any other writings​​, but much scholarship would question whether they have been interpreted correctly. Since the end of the Second World War, there have been significant developments in our understanding of the Judaism of Paul's day and of the socio-cultural realities of the wider Mediterranean world; these have led to the emergence of new readings of the apostle's theology and have demanded fresh accounts of Christian origins. This module will involve some exploration and critique of these new approaches to Paul's theology, but always in relation to the content of the letters themselves. Central to Paul's far-reaching and radical theology and ethics is his particular identification of Jesus, which shapes his distinctive way of speaking about God and salvation and, from this, about the church.   ​

Course Details

Study Type Undergraduate Level 4
Term Second Term Credit Points 30 credits (15 ECTS credits)
Campus Old Aberdeen Sustained Study No
Co-ordinators
  • Dr Tomas Bokedal
  • Dr Jutta Leonhardt-Balzer
  • Prof Grant Macaskill

Qualification Prerequisites

None.

What courses & programmes must have been taken before this course?

  • Any Undergraduate Programme (Studied)
  • Programme Level 4

What other courses must be taken with this course?

None.

What courses cannot be taken with this course?

  • DR302G God and Salvation in the Letters of Paul (Studied)
  • DR302H Women in Religion (Studied)
  • DR352G God and Salvation in the Letters of Paul (Studied)
  • DR402G God and Salvation in the Letters of Paul (Studied)

Are there a limited number of places available?

No

Course Description

This module will examine in detail the theology of the writings traditionally ascribed to the apostle Paul, by means of a careful reading of the texts themselves. These letters constitute some of the earliest works of Christian writing and have exercised enormous influence over the development of Christian theology through the centuries. Since the end of the Second World War, there have been significant developments in our understanding of the Judaism of Paul's day and of the socio-cultural realities of the wider Mediterranean world; these have led to the emergence of new readings of the apostle's theology and have demanded fresh accounts of Christian origins. This module will involve some exploration and critique of these new approaches to Paul's theology, but always in relation to the content of the letters themselves. Central to Paul's far-reaching and radical theology and ethics is his particular identification of Jesus, which shapes his distinctive way of speaking about God and salvation and, from this, about the church.

Contact Teaching Time

Information on contact teaching time is available from the course guide.

Teaching Breakdown

More Information about Week Numbers


Details, including assessments, may be subject to change until 30 August 2024 for 1st term courses and 20 December 2024 for 2nd term courses.

Summative Assessments

1st Attempt

  • 3500-word essay (40%)
  • Oral presentation (10%)
  • 2-hour exam (50%)
Resit
  • 2-hour exam (100%)

Formative Assessment

There are no assessments for this course.

Feedback

Feedback will be returned to students by comment on essays and presentations. Formative feedback will be provided through classroom interactions.

Course Learning Outcomes

None.
 

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