In order to interpret the New Testament correctly, we must keep the cultural background of each writing in mind. This week, you will complete a project on the cultural background of a New Testament book. Choose a writing from the list below:
- The Gospel of Mark
- The Gospel of Luke
- Romans
- 1–2 Corinthians
- Philippians
- 1–2 Thessalonians
- 1 Peter
- 1 John
Part 1: Use your textbook (it will be helpful to look at the chapter related to the text you choose) and resources on the CCU Library to create an outline that answers the following questions:
- When in the development of the church was this book or letter written?
- Do we know where this letter was written? If so, where?
- Who was the first-century audience of this work? (In other words, who was this work written to or for?)
- What is the background of this work?
- What is the setting of this work?
- For what purpose was this work written?
Part 2: In a one- to two-page paper, reflect on how these findings should influence how you read the chosen work. Consider these questions:
- How does considering the intended audience impact how you read and interpret the text?
- How does the dating of this writing and its place within the development of the church impact how you read it?
- How does knowing the setting and purpose of this work impact how you read and interpret it?
One page of an outline and one to two pages of reflection should be included in your final project. Send in your work in a single, comprehensive document. One or two non-textbook sources should be cited in your paper. For this project, you should only consult scholarly sources. Books, study Bibles, and peer-reviewed materials from libguides.ccu.edu are all appropriate. The Gospel Coalition, Got Questions, Wikipedia, and other websites are not academic and should not be used for this assignment.
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Due on Oct 13, 2024 11:59 PMHide RubricsRubric Name: Session 1 Critical Thinking Assignment – Cultural Backgrounds RubricPrintCriteriaAdvancedProficientDevelopingLimitedCriterion ScoreOutline Components Weight: 10%3 points
All the components of the outline are thoroughly completed in exceptional detail.
2.4 points
All components of the outline are completed with sufficient detail.
2.1 points
Most components of the outline are completed but some may lack depth or clarity.
1.8 points
Few or none of the components of the outline are completed; most of the components lack depth and detail.
Score of Outline Components Weight: 10%,/ 3Outline Details Weight: 25%7.5 points
The information provided in the outline is exceptionally accurate, displaying critical thinking and proper use of sources. The details given demonstrate a full understanding of the chosen book’s cultural background.
6 points
The information provided is mostly accurate, demonstrating a good understanding of the chosen book’s cultural background. Outside sources are appropriately incorporated into the outline, providing additional insight.
5.25 points
The information provided is somewhat accurate but may contain minor errors or omissions. Outside sources are referenced but not fully integrated into the outline or may not enhance the information.
4.5 points
The information provided is inaccurate or contains significant inaccuracies.Outside sources may not have been used or were not referenced.
Score of Outline Details Weight: 25%,/ 7.5Reflection: Weight: 25%7.5 points
Reflection demonstrates a profound understanding of the influence of cultural background on interpreting the chosen New Testament writing.
6 points
Reflection demonstrates a solid understanding of the influence of cultural background on interpreting the chosen New Testament writing.
5.25 points
Reflection demonstrates a basic understanding of the influence of cultural background on interpreting the chosen New Testament writing.
4.5 points
Reflection lacks depth and critical analysis of how cultural background influences the interpretation of the chosen New Testament writing.
Score of Reflection: Weight: 25%,/ 7.5Analysis Weight: 30%9 points
Provides an insightful and comprehensive analysis of how the intended audience, dating, setting, and purpose of the New Testament writing impact interpretation, showing an exceptional understanding of the text.
7.2 points
Provides a clear analysis of how the intended audience, dating, setting, and purpose of the New Testament writing impacts interpretation, demonstrating a sufficient understanding of the text.
6.3 points
Addresses how the intended audience, dating, setting, and purpose of the New Testament writing impact interpretation, but the analysis is superficial or lacks depth or clarity.
5.4 points
Does not adequately address how the intended audience, dating, setting, and purpose of the New Testament writing impact interpretation.
Score of Analysis Weight: 30%,/ 9Grammar and Mechanics Weight: 10%3 points
Response contains few, if any, minor format, grammatical, or style errors (less than 1 unique errors per page). Response is clear and easy to follow. Citations are formatted per APA guidelines. Response conforms to APA formatting, including correct title page and reference page.
2.4 points
Response contains few minor format, grammatical, or style errors (2 unique errors per page). Response is fairly clear and easy to follow. Citations are formatted per APA guidelines. Response mostly conforms to APA formatting, including correct title page and reference page.
2.1 points
Response contains 3 or fewer unique errors per page that distract from the material. Response is disorganized and difficult to follow. APA formatting contains many mistakes. Citations are not formatted per APA guidelines.
1.8 points
Response contains 4 or more unique errors per page that distract from the material. Response is disorganized and difficult to follow. Citations are not formatted per APA guidelines.
Score of Grammar and Mechanics Weight: 10%,/ 3
Assignment status: Project on the cultural background of a New Testament book
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