Maranatha Baptist University Jonathan Rehfeldt Watertown, WI
[email protected] Fall 2020 BIGK 315/GNT 519 Exegetical Method Syllabus Course Description A thorough study of how to accurately interpret the Greek New Testament. We will emphasize producing exegetical outlines that bring the text to bear on life (Prerequisite: Exegetical Grammar or its equivalent). Course Goals: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to: • Understand the context and meaning of any given text in the Greek NT through exegesis; • Demonstrate competence in written, oral, and aesthetic communication; • Use discernment by applying biblical precepts to contemporary issues and lifestyle choices. Learning Objectives • Summarize and apply the basics of biblical Greek Grammar; • Interact with discussions on NT textual criticism; • Determine the meaning of any sentence or paragraph in the Greek NT; • Form originalist outlines that have meaningful, evangelistic applications; • Preach and teach from the Greek NT. Required Textbooks 1. The Greek New Testament: United Bible Societies, 5th ed. 2. Black, David Alan. New Testament Textual Criticism: A Concise Guide. Grand Rapids: Baker, 1994. 3. Bock, Darrell and Fanning, Buist. Interpreting the New Testament Text: Introduction to the Art and Science of Exegesis. Wheaton, IL: Crossway Books, 2006. 4. Wallace, Daniel B. Greek Grammar Beyond the Basics: An Exegetical Syntax of the New Testament. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 1996. Recommended Textbooks 1. Bauer, Walter, et. al. (BADG). A Greek-English Lexicon of the New Testament and Other Early Christian Literature. Chicago: University of Chicago Press, 2000. 2. Black, David Alan. Using New Testament Greek in Ministry: A Practical Guide for Students and Pastors.