This is an introduction to major hermeneutical theories from Romanticism to postmodernity and standard exegetical methods currently practiced in New Testament scholarship. Theoretical discussion will be followed by interpretation of selected passages from various parts of the New Testament. Due attention will be given to the ordination exam of the PCUSA, while the course aims at wider applicability.This course is co-taught by Eugene Park and PhD student Carmelo Sorita, with a Newhall Award. [25 max enrollment; Auditors with faculty permission]