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The Epistle to the Hebrews, Specialised Studies in Hebrews

NT012-612/712/812 (Eng), NT013-612/712/812 (Grk), NT206-912 (Eng), NT207-912 (Grk)
2024 semester 2 | 2026 semester 2
On-campus, Online live, Online recordings
Level 6, Level 7, Level 8, Level 9

Lecturer

Ben Nelson

Overview

The theology of Hebrews is studied including the themes of covenant; high priesthood; perfection; use of the Old Testament; and the church. Selected passages from the book are exegeted and presented in class by students. Students will develop exegetical methodology, reflect on significant themes in Hebrews, explore imagery and scriptural allusions, and consider the contemporary application of the text.

Delivery

  • 3 lecture hours per week, with class discusssion
  • Essays and assignments

KEY TEXTS

  • S. Kistemaker, Exposition of the Epistle to the Hebrews (Welwyn, UK: Evangelical Press, 1984).
  • Paul Ellingworth, The Epistle to the Hebrews: A Commentary on the Greek Text (Grand Rapids, MI: Eerdmans, 1993).
  • Andrew H. Trotter, Interpreting the Epistle to the Hebrews (Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Academic, 1997).
  • Gordon D. Fee, New Testament Exegesis (3rd ed.; Louisville, KY: WJK, 1983).

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