Reading German for Theological Studies: A Grammar and Reader - Hardcover

Carolyn Roberts Thompson

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1540962628 ISBN 13: 9781540962621

Publisher: Baker Academic, 2021

Synopsis

Every PhD student in theological and biblical studies is expected to read German, but there are surprisingly few resources to help students learn to read and translate scholarly theological works. This streamlined grammar and reader by an experienced teacher and German-language expert presents biblical passages and theological readings of gradually increasing difficulty. Suited for self-study or classroom use, this book helps students to gain the proficiency needed for scholarly theological research.

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About the Author

Carolyn Roberts Thompson (MAT, Southwest Texas State University) taught German for reading theological texts for over three decades at Abilene Christian University in Abilene, Texas. She was a presenter and consultant for the College Board on preparing students for the German Advanced Placement Exam and serves as copyeditor for Restoration Quarterly.

From the Back Cover

"Equips students with the necessary skills for engaging theological sources in German"

Every PhD student in theological and biblical studies is expected to read German, but there are surprisingly few resources to help students learn to read and translate scholarly theological works. This streamlined grammar and reader presents biblical passages and theological readings of gradually increasing difficulty. Suited for self-study or classroom use, it helps students to gain the proficiency needed for scholarly theological research.

"I wish this book had been available when I was beginning my own graduate studies. It is not too simple and not too complex; it doesn't begin either at square 1 or too far around the board. Those who work through it, including advanced students and veteran scholars, will not only enhance their own linguistic competence and confidence but get better acquainted with classic texts from Amos and Matthew through Luther and Calvin to Barth and Moltmann. The excellent pedagogy--with progress checks and answers in the back--makes the book helpful for both classroom and individual study."
--M. Eugene Boring, Brite Divinity School, Texas Christian University (emeritus)

"After many years in the classroom, Thompson offers her unique pedagogical expertise to anyone wanting to learn German for theological studies. Her focus on reading comprehension and discipline-specific vocabulary equips students with the necessary skills for engaging theological sources in German. This is the book I wish I'd had when learning German!"
--Heather Gorman, Johnson University

"For many years, Thompson has successfully taught theological German to master's-level students, inspiring them to learn the language and use it extensively in their own research. This book marks the flowering of her skillful teaching, thoughtful reading, and deep awareness of the real needs of students. Beginning with the German Bible and moving toward representative theological texts of several periods, this volume leads the student step-by-step toward competence in reading German theological literature with understanding and appreciation. Everything has been designed with the beginner in mind, but even those who read German often will find here an excellent refresher course. Highly recommended!"
--Mark W. Hamilton, Abilene Christian University

Edition details

• Publisher: Baker Academic
• Publication date: 2021
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1540962628
• ISBN 13: 9781540962621
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 288