ASSIGNMENT FOR THE 10 DAY BREAK: Knowing Christ through the Gospels

ASSIGNMENT FOR THE 10 DAY BREAK:
Knowing Christ through the Gospels
(For Sections 2D and 2G)

Objective:
Establish an understanding of the gospels as a unique literary form.

Context:
The gospels are privileged primary sources for knowing Jesus Christ. But what really are the gospels? How unique are they compared to other literary forms that also narrate the life of a particular person? This worksheet aims to prepare you for a fuller discussion of what the gospels are.

Instructions:
1. Download and read the attachment entitled, "Texts for Comparison."
2. After reading "Texts for Comparison", download, print and answer the attachment-worksheet entitled: "Comparing Three Literary Forms."
3. Date of submission of accomplished worksheet ("Comparing Three Literary Forms"): first CLE meeting starting on July 6, 2009.
4. Please be reminded and observe guidelines for submission of requirements.

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Texts for comparison - Click here
Comparing Three Literary Forms - Click here

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