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Pauline Epistles

This course introduces students to the Pauline Epistles, focusing on the life, times, and theological contributions of Paul. It explores the socio-political and religious contexts that shaped Paul's writings, examining key themes such as justification by faith, the relationship between law and grace, and the nature of the early church. The course also delves into the literary structure and historical background of each epistle.

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200h
Study Time
13
Weeks
15h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Pauline EpistlesNew TestamentTheologyEarly ChurchApostle Paul

Course Overview

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Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Life and Times of Paul

2

Political World of Paul

3

Religious and Philosophical Context

4

Introduction to Epistles

5

Thessalonian Correspondence

6

Epistle to Galatians

7

Epistle to Romans

8

Epistle to Ephesians

9

Epistle to Colossians

10

Epistle to Philemon

11

Epistle to Philippians

12

Pastoral Epistles

Total Topics12 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Tutor-Marked Assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Final Examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

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Industry Applications

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Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

MODULE 1: GENERAL INTRODUCTION

3h

Unit 1: The Life and Times of Paul

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 1: Explore Paul's birth, nationality, and dual citizenship.
  • •Understand his education under Gamaliel and Pharisaic background.
  • •Reflect on the significance of his conversion experience.
Week
2

MODULE 1: GENERAL INTRODUCTION

3h

Unit 2: The Political World of Paul

3 study hours
  • •Study Unit 2: Analyze the political landscape of Palestine during Paul's time.
  • •Examine the influence of Alexander the Great and Roman occupation.
  • •Discuss the social dynamics and religious groups.
Week
3

MODULE 1: GENERAL INTRODUCTION

3h

Unit 3: The Religious and Philosophical World of Paul

3 study hours
  • •Review Unit 3: Investigate the Jewish and Greco-Roman religious backgrounds.
  • •Explore philosophical schools like Platonism, Epicureanism, and Stoicism.
  • •Consider their impact on Paul's teachings.
Week
4

MODULE 1: GENERAL INTRODUCTION

3h

Unit 4: The Epistles: An Introduction

3 study hours
  • •Study Unit 4: Define an epistle and its structure.
  • •Examine the form of Hellenistic and Pauline epistles.
  • •Identify literary traditions in Paul's writings.
Week
5

MODULE 2: THE MISSIONARY EPISTLES

3h

Unit 1: The Thessalonian Correspondence

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 1: Understand the city of Thessalonica and Paul's ministry there.
  • •Analyze the authorship, date, and occasion of the Thessalonian epistles.
  • •Explore the message and theology.
Week
6

MODULE 2: THE MISSIONARY EPISTLES

3h

Unit 2: Epistle to the Galatians

3 study hours
  • •Study Unit 2: Investigate the destination and authorship of Galatians.
  • •Analyze the literary form and occasion for the epistle.
  • •Explore the message and theology related to law and grace.
Week
7

MODULE 2: THE MISSIONARY EPISTLES

3h

Unit 2: Epistle to the Romans

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 3: Examine the ancient city of Rome and the church there.
  • •Analyze the authenticity, date, and occasion of Romans.
  • •Explore the message related to God, revelation, reconciliation, justification, and sanctification.
Week
8

MODULES 3: GENERAL INTRODUCTION

3h

Unit 1: Epistle to the Ephesians

3 study hours
  • •Study Unit 1: Investigate the destination and authenticity of Ephesians.
  • •Analyze the occasion and message of the epistle.
  • •Focus on cosmic Christology and ecclesiology.
Week
9

MODULES 3: GENERAL INTRODUCTION

3h

Unit 2: Epistle to the Colossians

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 2: Understand the ancient city of Colossae and the church there.
  • •Analyze the authenticity, date, and occasion of the epistle.
  • •Explore the message related to Christology and ethics.
Week
10

MODULES 3: GENERAL INTRODUCTION

3h

Unit 3: Epistle to Philemon

3 study hours
  • •Study Unit 3: Introduce the epistle to Philemon.
  • •Analyze the occasion, authenticity, and date.
  • •Explore the theological significance related to slavery and forgiveness.
Week
11

MODULES 3: GENERAL INTRODUCTION

3h

Unit 4: Epistle to Philippians

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 4: Examine the ancient city of Philippi and the church there.
  • •Analyze the authorship, place, and date of writing.
  • •Explore the message and theology related to steadfastness in times of trial.
Week
12

Modules 4: Pastoral Epistles

3h

Unit 1: An introduction to the Pastoral Epistles

3 study hours
  • •Study Unit 1: Explore the authenticity of the Pastoral Epistles.
  • •Analyze arguments for and against Pauline authorship.
  • •Understand the historical and theological context.
Week
13

Modules 4: Pastoral Epistles

9h

Unit 2: First Epistle to Timothy

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 2: Understand the recipient of First Timothy.
  • •Analyze the situation and date of the epistle.
  • •Explore the message related to apostolic doctrine, worship, leadership, and social responsibilities.

Unit 3: Epistle to Titus

3 study hours
  • •Study Unit 3: Understand the recipient of Titus.
  • •Analyze the situation and date of the epistle.
  • •Explore the message related to duties in the church, home, and public life.

Unit 4: Second Epistle to Timothy

3 study hours
  • •Read Unit 3: Analyze the situation and date of Second Timothy.
  • •Explore the message related to guarding, suffering, continuing, and preaching the gospel.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create timelines of Paul's life and missionary journeys.

2

Develop concept maps linking key theological themes across epistles.

3

Practice essay questions comparing different interpretations.

4

Review the historical and cultural context of each epistle.

5

Summarize the main points of each unit and module.

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