Doctor of Philosophy in New Testament Interpretation
The Doctor of Philosophy degree in New Testament Interpretation requires a total of 96-100 graduate hours beyond a bachelor's degree. This degree consists of a 54-hour major, including 3 hours of dissertation credit, and two 18-hour minors chosen by the student under the direction of his academic advisor. The concentrations for the minors are: theology, Old Testament, church history, and church ministries. This degree offers intensive study in New Testament Greek grammar, translation, and exegesis; intertestamental and first-century history; New Testament content and exposition; and New Testament theology. The doctoral program in New Testament Interpretation is designed to train future pastors and professors to write and teach in this discipline.
Curriculum Highlights
- The Holy Spirit
- The Church
- Eschatology
- New Testament Textual Criticism
- New Testament Introduction
- History of New Testament Times
- Problems of New Testament Interpretation I & II
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Doctor of Philosophy in New Testament Interpretation
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Key Courses
New Testament Textual Criticism This course teaches the history, theory, and praxis of textual criticism with special attention to the principal manuscripts and the testimony of the Church fathers.
History of New Testament Times This class will present to you a study of the intertestamental period, the preparation of the world for Christ, and Greek and Roman history and culture as it concerns the New Testament.
Problems of New Testament Interpretation In this course you will study the history and principles of interpretation as they apply to the New Testament. You will also analyze and discuss specific problem passages in the New Testament.
Career Opportunities
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