African Centre for Theological Studies
No 40 Town Planning Way
Ilupeju
Lagos State
Course Title: Synoptic gospels
Course code: TH 503
Date of Course: June 14-18, 21-22
Facilitator : Olufemi Emmanuel PhD
Facilitator’s Contact Information: olufemmanuel@wats.edu.ng
08035174383, 09030974939 (WhatsApp Only)
Course Description:
This course provides a detailed examination of the gospels of Mathew, Mark and Luke. These three gospels will be examined with special attention given to the distinctive portraits of Jesus in each gospel. The course explores various theories regarding the so-called "synoptic problem; and the different critical methods in gospel analysis such as literary, redaction, socio- historical and tradition. These texts will be examined in their ancient contexts and its application in contemporary times and Africa in particular.
General Learning Objectives:
1. To gain an in depth comprehension of the synoptic gospels
2. Explore the historical and social background of each synoptic gospels
3. Examine the differences and similarities among the various portraits of Jesus among the various portraits of Jesus in the three gospels