MLTHE 6323: Teachings of Jesus

Course Department
Credits 3
Course ID
004748
Course Component
Lecture
Survey of the utterances of Jesus as found in the synoptic gospels (Matthew, Mark and Luke) and the Gospel of Thomas. Background issues are discussed (synoptic problem, redaction criticism, etc.), but principally the course examines key aspects of Jesus’ utterances: their extent, form, authenticity, interpretation and theology. Spring.