- Instructor: Dr. Magdi Salmon, M.D., M.Div., Th.M.
- Duration: 8 weeks
New Testament I begins with an introduction to the New Testament, followed by an Orthodox Christian Perspective on the New Testament. It includes a survey of the New Testament books in their historical and religious backgrounds with attention to hermeneutics, the patristic exegetical heritage, and modern biblical studies.
M.Div. Holy Cross School of Theology
Magdi Salmon (John Salmon) serves as a full Deacon at St. Mary and St. Mena Coptic Orthodox Church of Rhode Island. Dr. Salmon received both his M.Div. and Th.M. degrees at Holy Cross School of Theology in Brookline, MA with a focus in New Testament studies, more specifically, Pauline Theology. He has a special love for hermeneutics and homiletics.
He is a graduate of the Cairo University School of Medicine and has been practicing Medicine since he graduated in 1987. He is dual certified in Internal Medicine and Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He loves teaching and mentoring and would love to guide, motivate, and encourage his students to search the Scripture in depth, learn how to interpret the New Testament, and find pearls in the Holy Bible. His mission is to empower students to kindle their love for the Holy Bible and to advance them not only in their academic career but also in their spiritual growth and God's love and service.
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