New Testament Theology

A set of flashcards focusing on key vocabulary and concepts related to New Testament theology and its study.

New Testament theology

The study of theological concepts and ideas within the New Testament texts.

Historical study

An examination of past events and contexts; in this case, focusing on the early church without prescriptive theology.

Canonization

The process by which certain books were recognized and accepted as authoritative scripture by the early church.

Räisänen’s arguments

Critiques regarding the study of New Testament theology, emphasizing the separation of historical and theological analysis.

Prescriptive vs. descriptive

Prescriptive analysis aims to prescribe belief or practice, whereas descriptive analysis focuses on describing what is present in the texts.

Diversity in New Testament writings

The variations and differences in literary genres, geographical origins, and theological outlooks among New Testament texts.

Occasional writings

Texts that were written for specific occasions and audiences, reflecting particular theological ideas relevant to those contexts.

Theological motifs

Central themes or ideas related to the understanding of God and religion as expressed in various writings.

Synoptic Gospels

The Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke, which provide a similar view of the life and teachings of Jesus.

Development of theology

The process by which theological concepts evolve over time within the context of historical and cultural influences.