Course Description
The purpose of the course is to introduce the student to the background and literature of the New Testament. After a background study of the historical and cultural factors of the inter biblical period and of pertinent political and geographical factors, the remainder of the course is
devoted to a book-by-book study, including introductory matters for each book and a content summary. This course is a prerequisite to all New Testament Interpretation courses.

Course Objectives

In order to interpret and communicate the Bible accurately, the students, by the end of the course, should

1. Comprehend the introductory issues of the New Testament.
2. Value the New Testament as the revelation of God to people.
3. Read the New Testament more critically with appropriate understandings of introductory matters