Assignment
Answer the assigned questions completely and in narrative, third person format.
Length: 1250 WORDS.
1. Define the term pseudonymity and explain its practice among Hellenistic-Jewish and early Christian writers.
2. In what specific ways concerning Jesus' return does II Thessalonians differ from Paul's first letter to the Thessalonians? Why do some scholars think that it was written after Paul's death?
3. Summarize the arguments for and against Paul's authorship of Colossians.
4. What is the relationship that Paul seems to think best describes the union between the Church and Christ in the book of Ephesians? What are the implications for Christians in this union?
5. Why do scholars think that the pastoral letters were written by a later churchman? Why do these letters emphasize tradition so much and spend so much time combating heresy.
6. Hebrews chapter 11 is often called the "Hall of Faith". Who are some of the more recognizable figures in this chapter and how do they exhibit faith?
7. What first century heresy might the book of I John be a response to? What language/images does the author use to indicate that he is opposing this heresy?
8. Define the term apocalypse as a literary genre, and explain how the Book of Revelation unveils realities of the unseen spirit world and previews future events.
9. Identify and explain some of the myths of cosmic conflict that John incorporates into his vision of the universal struggle between good and evil.
10. What is the significance of the letters to Timothy and Titus? What structures of leadership and organization for the church are encouraged in these letters? Does this structure differ from what Paul proposes in I Corinthians?
Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:
1. The answer should be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
2. The response also include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
3. Also Include a reference page. The Citations and references should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.