Courses

This course provides an in-depth exploration of the Synoptic Gospels using a variety of methods, with a unique focus on an East-Asian (Korean) perspective. It aims to foster a comprehensive understanding of these sacred texts within the wider context of Global Christianity. Participants will engage with the material through reading assignments, paper presentations, and discussions. Key components of the course are as follows:

1. An Asian perspective on the Synoptic Gospel studies;
2. Developing a hermeneutic model for a Synoptic Gospels study based on each student’s context

Knowing

• Understand the issues surrounding the Synoptic Gospels in an Asian perspective
• Explore plausible approaches to comprehend the Synoptic Gospels’ construction process
• Gain a broad-based understanding of the Synoptic texts

Being

• Become a generalist in the area of the Synoptic Gospels
• Become skilled in modeling and applying a methodology to a Synoptic issue, topic, or text
• Become a contributor to the field of biblical studies, theology, and ministry through insights from Synoptic Studies

Doing

• Research and write papers/sermons on a Synoptic issue, topic, or text contextualizing each student’s personal or cultural background
• Explore and apply a suitable methodology to the selected issue, topic, or text
• Engage with peer work by reading other papers, listening to presentations, and providing congenial, yet critical feedbacks
• Propose way(s) in which the values promoted in the Synoptic Gospel studies might apply to the global Christian community