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COURSE CODE | COURSE TITLE | CREDIT LOAD |
CRS001 | Old Testament Studies: History & Religion of Israel and Judah | 3 Units |
CRS002 | NEW TESTAMENT STUDIES: THE SYNOPTIC GOSPELS | 3 Units |
| JUPEB CRS SYLLABUS | ||
| TOPICS | OBJECTIVES | |
| FIRST SEMESTER | ||
| SN | CRS001: OLD TESTAMENT STUDIES: HISTORY & RELIGION ON JUDAH | |
| 1 | FORMATION & COMPOSITION OF THE OLD TESTAMENT | i. Inspiration a) Explain the term “inspiration” as it applies to the composition of the Old Testament. b) Discuss the theories of inspiration ii. Cannonization a) Discuss the meaning of the term “canon” b) Explain the different applications of canon with reference to the Ol.d Testament. c) Discuss the criteria for the Old Testament canonization iii. Genre of Literature a) Explain the term “genre” b) List out the different types of the literature in the Old Testament. |
| 2 | MOSAIC AUTHORSHIP OF THE PENTATAUCH: AN OVERVIEW | i. Proofs of mosaic authorship a) Discuss the arguments for mosaic authorship b) Identify instances that support mosaic authorship ii. Arguments against mosaic authorship a) Discuss the arguments against mosaic authorship b) Mention instances against mosaic authorship iii. The documentary hypothesis a) Examine the nature of the documentary hypothesis b) Define J, E, D, P documents. c) Discuss the characteristics of each document |
| 3 | THE RISE OF MONARCHY IN ISRAEL | i. Historical settings for the establishment of the monarchy (1 Sam, 1-7) a) Identify the factors that gave rise to the monarchy b) Discuss roles of Eli and Samuel in the institutions of monarchy in Israel ii. The establishment of the monarchy a) Discuss the factors that led to the request for a long b) Describe how Saul was first anointed as the first king iii. Saul’s reign and failures a) Highlight the successes of the reign of King Saul b) Examine the factors that caused the fall of King Saul iv. David’s Reign over Israel (1 Sam 16; 2 Sam 24) a) Discuss how David Rose to the throne b) Identify King David’s contribution to the development of Israel c) Mention the weaknesses of King David v. The reign of King Solomon a) Highlight Solomon’s ascension to the throne b) Appraise his reign and state his contribution to Israel c) Explain the folly of King Solomon |
| 4 | THE DIVIDED KINGDOMS & THE EXILES | i. Factors that led to the division of the kingdom (2 Kg 11-15) a) Explain the factors that led to the division of the kingdom b) Examine the characteristics of the two kingdoms ii. The Exiles: An Overview (2 Kg. 16 – 25) a) Mention the causes and effects of the exiles |
| 5 | THE RISE OF PROPHECY IN ISRAEL | i. Early manifestation of prophecy in Israel a) Identify the roles of the pre-canonical prophets in the development of Israel b) Examine the characteristics of prophecies and the role of the prophets ii. The major and minor prophets: Themes from Isaiah, Amos and Hosea a) Distinguish between the major and minor prophets b) Examine prophet Isaiah’s message on holiness and discuss it’s relevance to nation building c) Explain Hosea’s message on love and it’s implications for Israel (Hos. 1-3) |
| CRS002: NEW TESTAMENT STUDIES: THE SYNOPTIC GOSPELS | ||
| 6 | HISTORICAL BACKGROUND OF THE NEW TESTAMENT | i. An overview of the socio-political background a) Trace the development of the nation of Israel under the Roman Empire ii. Religious background a) Identify the religious groups and institutions |
| 7 | THE SYNOPSIS, MATERIALS & CANONIZATION OF THE NEW TESTAMENT | i. The synopsis and the materials a) Identify factors that delayed the writing of the Gospels b) Examine the factors that prompted the writing of the Gospels c) Highlight the sources of the materials of the Gospel writers ii. Canonization of the New Testament a) Define the term “canonization” b) Discuss the process of canonization of the New Testament |
| 8 | THE SYNOPTIC GOSPELS & THE SYNOPTIC PROBLEM | i. The synoptic Gospel a) Define the term “synoptic” b) Mention the synoptic Gospels ii. The synoptic problem a) Identify the similarities and dis-similarities of the synoptic Gospels b) Appraise the proposed solutions to the synoptic problems |
| 9 | MODERN CRITICISM OF THE GOSPEL | i. Various criticisms of the Gospel a) Discuss each of the modern criticisms of the Gospel b) Evaluate the effects of each criticism on the Gospels |
| 10 | LITERATURE & THEOLOGY OF THE SYNOPTIC GOSPELS | i. Literature and Theology of Matthew a) Discuss the authorship, purpose, date and destination of Saint Matthew’s Gospel b) Highlight the theological emphasis of the Gospel c) Examine the characteristics of Saint Matthew’s Gospel ii. Literature and Theology of Mark a) Discuss the authorship, purpose, date and destination of Saint Mark’s Gospel b) Highlight the theological emphasis of the Gospel c) Examine the characteristics of Saint Mark’s Gospel iii. Literature and Theology of Luke a) Discuss the authorship, purpose, date and destination of Saint Luke’s Gospel b) Highlight the theological emphasis of the Gospel c) Examine the characteristics of Saint Luke’s Gospel |
| 11 | THE RISE OF PROPHECY IN ISRAEL | i. Early manifestation of Prophecy in Israel a) Identify the roles of the pre-canonical prophets in the development of Israel b) Examine the characteristics of prophecies and the role of the prophets ii. The major and minor prophets: Themes from Israel, Amos and Hosea a) Distinguish between the major and minor prophets b) Examine prophet Isaiah’s message on holiness and discuss it’s relevance to nation building c) Explain Hosea’s message on love and it’s implications for Israel (Hos. 1-3) d) Explain the message of Amos on justice and discuss it’s relevance to nation’s building (Amos 1 – 5) |
COURSE CODE | COURSE TITLE | CREDIT LOAD |
CRS003 | HISTORY OF CHRISTIANITY IN WEST AFRICA | 3 Units |
CRS004 | RELIGION AND SOCIETY | 3 Units |
| SECOND SEMESTER | ||
| CRS003: HISTORY OF CHRISTIANITY IN WEST AFRICA | ||
| 12 | AN OVERVIEW OF THE PREVIOUS ATTEMPTS AT CHRISTIANIZING AFRICA | i. The first attempt: North Africa a) Narrate the early contacts with Christianity b) Discuss the reasons for the eclipse of the church ii. The second attempt: The Portuguese effects a) Discuss the efforts of Prince Henry the Navigator b) Explain reasons for the exploration of Africa c) Identify reasons for failure |
| 13 | ESTABLISHING CHRISTIANITY IN SIERRA-LEONE | i. The evangelical revivals in Europe and America a) Discuss the effects of the evangelical renewals in Europe and America on West-Africa b) Highlight the role of anti-slavery movement in founding Sierra Leone ii. The founding of Sierra-Leone and the planting of Christianity a) Enumerate the reasons for the founding of Sierra-Leone b) Narrate the activities of the various mission groups in Sierra-Leone. c) Discribe the Niger expedition and evaluate the activities. |
| 14 | THE PLANTING OF CHRISTIANITY IN THE GOLD COAST (GHANA) | i. Missionary efforts in the Gold Coast a) Narrate the missionary activities in Ghana ii. Identify the influence of the various mission bodies |
| 15 | THE PLANTING OF CHRISTIANITY IN NIGERIA | i. Missionary activities in Yorubaland a) Narrate the introduction of Christianity in Yorubaland b) Identify it’s influence in Yourubaland ii. Missionary activities in Ibo Land a) Narrate the introduction of Christianity in Ibo Land b) Identify it’s influence in Ibo land iii. Missionary activities in Northern Nigeria a) Narrate the introduction of Christianity in Northern Nigeria b) Identify it’s influence in Northern Nigeria. iv. Missionary activities in Calabar and Bonny areas a) Narrate the introduction of Christianity in Calabar and Bonny areas b) Identify it’s influence in Calabar and Bonny areas |
| 16 | THE RISE OF THE AFRICAN INDEPENDENT CHURCHES | i. Clarification and classification of the African independent churches (AICs) a) Clarify the term ‘African independent church’ b) Classify the African independent churches c) Distinguish the AICs from the Mainline and Pentecostal churches d) Identify some of the founders/leaders of the AICS |
| 17 | PENTECOSTALISM IN NIGERIA | i. History and development of Pentecostal churches in Nigeria a) Define the term “Pentecostal” b) Identify the distinguishing features of the Pentecostal church c) Mention some of the founders/leaders of the Pentecostal churches in Nigeria |
| 18 | PROLIFERATION OF CHURCHES IN NIGERIA | i. Clarification of term and causes of proliferation a) Clarify the term “Proliferation” b) Enumerate the causes of proliferation of churches ii. Impact of proliferation on churches a) Evaluate the impact of proliferation of churches |
| CRS004: RELIGION & SOCIETY | ||
| 19 | RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN RELIGION & SOCIETY | i. Meaning of religion and society a) Clarify the terms “religion” and “society” ii. Relationship a) Discuss how religion and society relate |
| 20 | SOCIOLOGICAL THEORIES OF RELIGION | i. Sociological theories of religion a) List some sociological theories of religion b) Evaluate the effects of each theory on the society |
| 21 | MEASURES OF RELIGION | i. Clarification of terms a) Clarify the term ” measure of religiosity” ii. Criteria for measuring religiosity a) Identify the criteria for measuring religiosity |
| 22 | FUNCTIONS OF RELIGION | i. General functions a) State specific functions of religion in the society |
| 23 | RELIGION, PEACE & CONFLICT RESOLUTION | i. Religion and peace in the society a) Relate how religion can enhance peace in the society ii. Religion and conflict resolution a) Relate how Religion can be used as a tool for conflict resolution |
| 24 | RELIGIOUS PERSONALITY & HUMAN VALUES | i. Religious personality a) Definition ii. Human value a) Identify some human values iii. Relating Religious Personality a) State how religious personality can promote human value |
| 25 | CHRISTIANITY RESPONSE TO CONTEMPORARY ISSUES | i. Christianity and contemporary issues a) Mention some contemporary issues in the society b) Relate what should be the Christian response to these issues. |
NOTE: Candidates are required to write 3 subjects in the examination)
JUPEB currently offers examinations in the following nineteen (19) subjects as detailed in its syllabuses. The subjects can be classified into 3 categories: Arts & Humanities, Management & Social Science and Sciences
Some of the topics in the JUPEB CRS include: The rise of prophecy in Israel, Modern Criticism of the Gospel, The rise of prophecy in Israel, The rise of Monarchy in Israel, etc
Yes, a list of recommended textbooks is given above. Study with them.
Some effective study strategies include: creating a study schedule, using study guides and notes, practicing past questions, participating in group discussions, and seeking clarification from your lecturers.
The JUPEB CRS exam will consist of multiple-choice questions and essay questions.
No. It will just be a multiple-choice section and an essay section.
Before you start writing, read all the instructions given and adhere to them. Next, read and analyze each question and be as detailed as possible, provide relevant examples where necessary, and always cross-check your work before you submit it.
If time permits, it’s always a good idea to review your answers. Quickly scan through your responses, checking for any errors or incomplete answers. Make necessary corrections or additions before time runs out.
