TRS 409 - Studies in the Synoptic Gospels

Upper Division

Prerequisites
TRS 281 or TRS 380 or TRS 381 or TRS 382 or TRS 383 or TRS 384 or TRS 385 or TRS 386 or TRS 387 or TRS 388 or TRS 389 or PHIL 220; Minimum grade D-.

AND WRIT 200 or WRIT 201 or WRIT 205 or WRIT 210 or WRIT 215 or WRIT 220 or WRIT 225 or WRIT 230 or WRIT 308 , previously or concurrently

An in-depth exploration of the Synoptic Gospels (Matthew, Mark, and Luke), focusing on their literary, historical, and social justice dynamics and, in particular, how these documents portray Jesus’s significance as a Jewish teacher and first-century social critic. As a Writing in the Disciplines (WiD) course, this class will emphasize the process of analytical research, the craft of writing effectively about Gospel texts, and seminar-style discussion of primary and secondary readings. The class will feature significant flexibility in treatment of texts and topics, depending on student interests.

Core Curriculum Designation(s)
TUTE - Theological Explorations, WID - Writing in the Discipline

Repeatable
No

Fee
$5

Additional Notes
Previous course number: TRS 181

Course credits: 4