The Bible can be understood from a philosophical point of view, applying its simple principles to the fundamental questions of humankind” 

In this Master's Degree in Divine Revelation, students will be introduced to the study of the Scriptures from a philosophical perspective in order to establish critical thinking that helps to interpret the words and passages described on each page of the "book of books". First, an analysis of the Holy Scriptures will be made, establishing the formal theological bases for reading of the holy text: canonicity, inspiration and inerrancy. This study would be impossible without an understanding of the historical, literary and theological context of patristics, which will be exemplified by means of relevant authors from different periods, distributed in: apostolic fathers, apologists, the beginnings of Theology, the Golden Age of Eastern and Western Patristics, and the final period.  

What is more, the study of the Gospel of St. John has initiated an entire debate in the community, since it not only expresses the same historical basis as the others, it also places special emphasis on the divine nature of Jesus Christ. Thus, addressing his words in this program will help students develop their ability to synthesize and structure his teachings disseminate them verbally and in writing.  

The Epistle to the Hebrews and the Catholic Epistles are another of the strong points of this program, as they have already become a reference point for understanding the difficulties experienced by Christian groups in reflecting on their own identity and expression. Knowledge of these texts will enable finding new philosophical sources to help clarify the conflict between self-identity and ecclesial community.  

All the content included in this Master's Degree in Divine Revelation has been elaborated based on the methodological, epistemological and theological hermetic foundations. Student will be able to answer modern questions and concerns while, at the same time, being able to present conclusions about them. That is why the program represents an excellent opportunity for those who wish to have an active presence in academics, education or research.

This Master's Degree will help you understand the figure of Jesus Christ through the Pauline and Johannine epistles” 

This Master's Degree in Divine Revelation contains the most complete and up-to-date program on the market. Its most notable features are:

• Case studies presented by experts in Divine Revelation 
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide epistemological and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional development
• Practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out to improve learning
• Special focus on innovative methodologies in Religious Sciences research
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

It analyzes the contemporary struggle of religiosity against atheism and secularism among the youth” 

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the sector who contribute their work experience to this program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive specialization programmed to learn in real situations.

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise throughout the program. For this purpose, the student will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.   

This Master's Degree will enable you to do your own research on the Holy Scriptures"

Learn about the main theological themes developed in prophetic literature: covenant, people and rest"

This program has been designed following the recommendations of a group of experts who understand what the discipline requires. Therefore, each module offers a methodical and theological perspective on the Holy Scriptures and their interpretation today. It is precisely this vision that will guarantee the objectivity of the contents taught, helping students develop an approach that provides answers to modern questions about religion and the figure of Jesus Christ.

You will have the best contents to understand the mysteries hidden in Holy Scripture” 

Module 1.  Introduction to Sacred Scripture 

1.1. The Bible and the Word of God 
1.2. The Bible in the Life of the Church 
1.3. Biblical Canon 

1.3.1. Identity and Nature of Biblical Canon 
1.3.2. Historical Formation of Biblical Canon 
1.3.3. Theological Reflection on Canon 

1.4. Biblical Inspiration 

1.4.1. Identity and Nature of Biblical Inspiration 
1.4.2. Historical Development of the Doctrine of Inspiration 
1.4.3. Theological Reflection on Inspiration 

1.5. The Truth about Sacred Scripture 

1.5.1. The Bible and the Problem of Its Veracity 
1.5.2. Historical Development of the Problem 
1.5.3. Theological Reflection on the Veracity of the Bible 

1.6. The Bible and Its Reality 

1.6.1. Biblical Geography 
1.6.2. Biblical Architecture 
1.6.3. History and Main Institutions of Biblical People 
1.6.4. Biblical People and Neighboring Peoples 

1.7. The Bible as Text 

1.7.1. The Bible as Literature 
1.7.2. Biblical Languages and Writing 
1.7.3. Text and Textual Criticism of the Old and New Testaments 
1.7.4. Old and New Testament Versions 

1.8. Biblical Hermeneutics and Exegetical Methodology 

1.8.1. History of Biblical Interpretation 
1.8.2. Biblical Hermeneutics and Human Sciences 
1.8.3. Principles of Catholic Hermeneutics 
1.8.4. Biblical Exegetical Methodology 

Module 2. History of Salvation 

2.1. Patriarchal Traditions: The Origins of Israel 

2.1.1. State of the Play 
2.1.2. Extrabiblical Data for the History of the Patriarchs 
2.1.3. Who Are the Patriarchs? 
2.1.4. The Religion of the Patriarchs 

2.2. Israel in Egypt: Moses, Exodus and Earth 

2.2.1. Israel’s Descent into Egypt 
2.2.2. Exodus and Mosses 
2.2.3. The March through the Desert 
2.2.4. The Conquest of the Earth 
2.2.5. The Religion of Israel in the Desert 

2.3. The Judges of Israel 

2.3.1. Situation of Israel at the Time of the Judges 
2.3.2. The Judges and their Role 
2.3.3. Religion at the Time of the Judges 

2.4. Monarchic Establishment and Apogee: Saul, David and Solomon 

2.4.1. The Prophet Samuel and the Beginnings of the Monarchy 
2.4.2. Saul 
2.4.3. David, the Great King of Israel and Judah 
2.4.4. Solomon, the “Wise” King 

2.5. A Divided Kingdom: Israel and Judah 

2.5.1. The Schism 
2.5.2. The Kingdom of Israel until the Fall of Samaria (933-722 B.C.) 
2.5.3. The Kingdom of Judah until the Fall of Jerusalem (933-587 B.C.) 
2.5.4. Notes on Religion during the Monarchic Period 

2.6. Banishment and Restoration 

2.6.1. The Harsh Experience of Exile 
2.6.2. Time of Restoration 

2.7. From Ezra and Nehemiah to the Maccabean Rebellion 

2.7.1. Ezra and Nehemiah 
2.7.2. Palestine under the Greeks, Ptolemies and Seleucids 
2.7.3. The Maccabean Rebellion 
2.7.4. The Judaism of the Second Temple 

2.8. From the Hasmoneans to Herod the Great 

2.8.1. The Hasmoneans 
2.8.2. The Reign of Herod the Great 
2.8.3. The Religious Groups: Sadducees, Pharisees and Essenes 

2.9. Palestine in the 1st Century: The Time of Jesus and the First Church 

2.9.1. Palestine after the Death of Herod 
2.9.2. Judea under Roman Authority 
2.9.3. The Reign of Herod Agripa I 
2.9.4. Palestine under Roman Authority 
2.9.5. The Great Jewish Revolt and the Destruction of Jerusalem in the Year 70 AD 
2.9.6. Jesus and His Paschal Mystery, the Center and Summit of History of Salvation: The Christian Perspective of the History of Salvation 
2.9.7. The First Christian Community: From Jerusalem to the Ends of the Earth 

Module 3. Pentateuch and Historical Books  

3.1. The Pentateuch 

3.1.1. Terminology 
3.1.2. History of Hebrew Text 
3.1.3. Samaritan Text 
3.1.4. Tárgumes 

3.2. Scientific Criticism and the Pentateuch 

3.2.1. Hebrew Manuscripts 
3.2.2. The Problem of Authorship 
3.2.3. The Influences Present in the Writing of Each Book 

3.3. Traditions in the Pentateuch 

3.3.1. Theories about the Traditions of the Pentateuch 
3.3.2. Tradition, History and Yahwistic Theology 
3.3.3. Tradition, History and Elohist Theology
3.3.4. Traditions, History and Deuteronomistic Theology 
3.3.5. Legal-Historical Tradition and Priestly Theology 

3.4. Study by Sections of some Pericopes or Themes 

3.4.1. Human Origins (Genesis 1-11) 
3.4.2. Patriarchal Traditions (Genesis 12-50) 
3.4.3. Traditions concerning the Exodus

3.5. Historical and Legislative Books 

3.5.1. Leviticus, Numbers and Deuteronomy 
3.5.2. Joshua and Judges 
3.5.3. Biblical Narratives: Ruth, Tobit, Judith, Esther 

3.6. Kingdom, Earth and Temple 

3.6.1. Samuel I and II, Kings I and II 
3.6.2. Chronicles, Ezra and Nehemiah 
3.6.3. Maccabees I and II 
3.6.4. The Sinai, Theological-Biblical Reading Key 
3.6.5. The Alliance 
3.6.6. The Law 

Module 4. Psalms and Wisdom 

4.1. Introduction 

4.1.1. Systematization Criteria according to the Hebrew and Alexandrian Canons 
4.1.2. Systematization Criteria by Literary Genres and Theological Themes 
4.1.3. The Psalms 

4.2. General Introduction to the Psalms 

4.2.1. Literary Genres of the Psalms 
4.2.2. Exegetical Study of the Psalms 
4.2.3. Hermeneutical Keys to the Liturgical Application of the Psalter 

4.3. Sapiential Tradition in the Middle East and the Old Testament 

4.3.1. The Book of Proverbs 
4.3.2. The Book of Job 
4.3.3. Ecclesiastes (Qoheleth) 
4.3.4. Sirach (Jesus Ben Sirach, Ecclesiasticus) 
4.3.5. The Book of Wisdom 

4.4. The Song of Songs 

4.4.1. Literary Characteristics 
4.4.2. Christian Content and Reading 

4.5. Wisdom and Christian Life 

4.5.1. Wisdom Influence in the New Testament 
4.5.2. The Writings of John 
4.5.3. The Writings of Paul 

4.6. The Current Status of Wisdom 

4.6.1. Current Writings on Christian Wisdom 
4.6.2. A Comparison with Old Testament Writings 

Module 5. Prophetic Books 

5.1. Origin and Essence of Hebrew Prophetism 

5.1.1. Background 
5.1.2. Surrounding Cultures: Egypt, Phoenicia, Mesopotamia, Greece, Canaan 
5.1.3. Magicians, Soothsayers, Charlatans, Pythonesses, Agnostic, False Prophets 
5.1.4. Literary Genres: Oracle, Symbolic Fact, Elegy, Visions, etc. 

5.2. General Characteristics of the Prophet 

5.2.1. Prophecy in Israel and the Personality of the Prophet 
5.2.2. Function and Uniqueness of the Hebrew Prophet: Nashir, Roéh, Nabi 
5.2.3. The Messenger of God and Intermediary, the Man of God 

5.3. Hebrew Prophetism 

5.3.1. Ecstatic Prophetism 
5.3.2. Prophets near and far from the King 
5.3.3. Prophets Far from the Court and Close to the People 

5.4. Classical Prophetism 

5.4.1. The Literature and Prophets of the 8th Century B.C. 
5.4.2. The Prophets of the 6-7th Centuries (until 587 B.C.) 
5.4.3. The Prophets during the Exile (587-538 B.C.) 
5.4.4. The Prophets during the Persian Period (538-333 B.C.) 
5.4.5. Apocalyptic-Messianic Literature 

5.5. The Prophetic Announcement in the New Covenant 

5.5.1. John the Baptist (The Last Prophet of Israel) 
5.5.2. Christ: Prophet of Prophets 
5.5.3. The Prophetic Mission in the Primitive Community 

Module 6. Synoptic Gospels and Acts of the Apostles  

6.1. Literary Aspects of the Gospels 

6.1.1. The Synoptic Act 
6.1.2. The Problem of the Q Source 
6.1.3. Literary Forms of the Gospels 
6.1.4. Exegetical Readings of the Gospels 
6.1.5. Criteria of Historicity of the Gospels 

6.2. The Historical Framework of Jesus’ Ministry 

6.2.1. Political and Socio--Economic Structure of Palestine 
6.2.2. Trends, Structures and Religious Groups among the Jews in Jesus’ Time 

6.3. The Gospel of Mark 

6.3.1. Introductory Questions 
6.3.2. The Structure of the Gospel: Global Reading 
6.3.3. The Miracles of Jesus: Reading Clues 

6.4. The Gospel of Matthew 

6.4.1. Introductory Questions 
6.4.2. The Structure of the Gospel: Global Reading 
6.4.3. Jesus’ Parables: Reading Clues 

6.5. General Introduction to the Work of Luke 

6.5.1. Main Textual Problems 
6.5.2. Luke in the Apostolic Tradition 
6.5.3. Data Contained in the Work of Luke 
6.5.4. The Plan behind the Work: Jesus Christ and the Church 

6.6. The Gospel of Luke 

6.6.1. Original Structure and Content 
6.6.2. Its Place in the Gospel Tradition (relation to Matthew, Mark and John) 
6.6.3. Luke’s Account of the Infancy vs. Matthew’s 
6.6.4. Luke’s Own Parables 

6.7. The Acts of the Apostles 

6.7.1. The Work of Theologian Historians 
6.7.2. Relation to the Third Gospel 
6.7.3. Literary Aspects 
6.7.4. Historical and Theological Aspects 
6.7.5. The Universality of Salvation 
6.7.6. Peter and Paul 

6.8. Consciousness of a New People 

6.8.1. The Pentecostal Event 
6.8.2. Primitive Preaching 
6.8.3. Apostolic Authority: Works and Words 
6.8.4. Social and Religious Characteristics of the First Christian Community 
6.8.5. Organization and Ministries 
6.8.6. The First Controversies and Community Problems 

Module 7. Christology and Soteriology  

7.1. Introduction 

7.1.1. A Cultural Challenge: The Contemporary Figure of Jesus Christ 
7.1.2. Historical Vision and Nature of the Treaty 
7.1.3. Questions of Fundamental Christology: Access to Jesus of Nazareth 

7.2. Biblical Christology 

7.2.1. Christological Reading of the Old Testament 
7.2.2. Original Expression of the Paschal Faith 
7.2.3. Figure of Jesus Christ in the Synoptic Gospels 
7.2.4. Figure of Jesus Christ in the Pauline Epistles 
7.2.5. Figure of Jesus Christ in the Johannine Epistles 

7.3. Dogmatic Formulation and Faith-Based Understanding of the Mystery of Christ 

7.3.1. The Figure of Christ in the First Fathers of the Church 
7.3.2. Affirmation of the Divinity of Christ at the Council of Nicaea 
7.3.3. Around the Council of Constantinople: Apollinarianism and the Cappadocian Fathers 
7.3.4. Around the Council of Ephesus: Cyril and Nestorius 
7.3.5. Around the Council of Chalcedon: Monophysitism, Leo the Great, Conciliar Definition 
7.3.6. The Last Three Great Councils in Antiquity: Constantinople II, Constantinople III and Nicaea II 
7.3.7. The Figure of Christ in the History of Theology 

7.4. Systematic Vision 

7.4.1. “...one Lord:” Faith in the Risen One 
7.4.2. “... only Son of God...:” Divine Filiation, Pre-Existence, Divinity, Mediation 
7.4.3. “...became incarnate....” The Incarnation as a Trinitarian and Historical Event; Human Fullness of the Incarnate Word 
7.4.5. The Personal Union of Christ and its Psychological, Moral and Spiritual Consequences 
7.4.6. “... for us men ...:” The Threefold Ministry of Christ 
7.4.7. “...and for our salvation...:” The Soteriological Dimension of the Incarnation and the Paschal Mystery 

Module 8. God Revealed in Christ  

8.1. Introduction 

8.1.1. A Cultural Challenge: Atheism and Secularism 
8.1.2. Historical View of the Treaty and its Nature 

8.2. Trinitarian Revelation 

8.2.1. Old Testament Preparation: The Revelation of the One True and Living God 
8.2.2. The Fullness of the New Testament: The Truth of God Revealed in Christ 

8.3. Formulation of the Trinitarian Dogma 

8.3.1. The First Three Centuries: Kerygma and Homology 
8.3.2. The Arian Crisis and the Council of Nicaea 
8.3.3. The Cappadocian Fathers and the Council of Constantinople 

8.4. Faith-Based Understanding of the Trinitarian Mystery 

8.4.1. Classical Models of Understanding the Mystery: Augustine of Hippo, Richard of St. Victor, Thomas Aquinas 
8.4.2. Contemporary Approaches 

8.5. Systematic Vision 

8.5.1. The Trinity: God’s Inner Life, Processions, Relationships, Persons 
8.5.2. God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit 
8.5.3. The Unity of God: Properties and Action 
8.5.4. Pastoral Perspectives: Saying “God” Today 

Module 9. Johannine Corpus  

9.1. Introduction 

9.1.1. Current State of Play: Canonicity and Reception of the Writings 
9.1.2. Common Themes and Other Criteria of Literary Unity 
9.1.3. Socio-Religious Background of the Gospel of John 
9.1.4. The Community of John 

9.2. Introduction to the Gospel of John 

9.2.1. Addressees in Johannine Epistles 
9.2.2. Style and Characteristics of the Gospel of John 
9.2.3. The Symbolism of John 
9.2.4. Proposals to Structure the Johannine Epistles 

9.3. The Composition of the Gospel of John 

9.3.1. Questions about the Author, Place and Date of Composition 
9.3.2. Relation of John with the Diverse Types of Literature and Currents of His Time
9.3.3. Relation to the Synoptics 
9.3.4. Controversial Character in the Johannine Epistles 
9.3.5. Theories regarding Sources and Re-Editions 

9.4. Theology and Message of John 

9.4.1. Christology in the Gospel of John 
9.4.2. The Gospel of John 
9.4.3. Faith and Sacramental Life in the Gospel of John 
9.4.4. Eschatology and Spirit in the Gospel of John 

9.5. The Johannine Epistles 

9.5.1. General: Literary Genre, Author, Addressees, Dates, Content and Structure 
9.5.2. Problems of Unity: The Role of the School of John. Relation to the Gospel of John 
9.5.3. Theology and Pragmatics of the Epistles 
9.5.4. Examples of Analysis 

9.6. Generalities of the Apocalypse 

9.6.1. The Apocalypse as a Movement 
9.6.2. The Variety of Apocalyptic Writings, Symbolism and Overview 
9.6.3. Relation between Apocalyptic Literature and Prophetic and Sapiential Literature 
9.6.4. The Unique Symbolism in the Apocalypse of John 
9.6.5. Questions regarding Author, Purpose, Composition and Date 

9.7. The Structure of the Apocalypse 

9.7.1. Structure Criteria 
9.7.2. Structuring Proposals 
9.7.3. Literary and Theological Profile of Part One 
9.7.4. Literary and Theological Profile of Part Two 

9.8. Theology and Message of the Apocalypse 

9.8.1. Addressees of the Apocalypse 
9.8.2. Christology, Ecclesiology and Liturgical Dimension of the Apocalypse 
9.8.3. Eschatology and Millenarianism 
9.8.4. Exercises of Analysis 

Module 10. Pauline Corpus  

10.1. Introduction 

10.1.1. Sources on the Life and Personality of St. Paul 
10.1.2. Life and Action of St. Paul 
10.1.3. Paul the Persecutor of the “Way” 
10.1.4. St. Paul’s Conversion and His First Christian Experience 
10.1.5. The Evangelizing Enterprise and St. Paul: The Missions 
10.1.6. St. Paul’s Literary Activity, an Expression of His Relationship with the Communities 
10.1.7. Paul’s Last Witness 

10.2. An Overview of St. Paul’s Theology 

10.2.1. Pauline Soteriology 
10.2.2. Pauline Anthropology 
10.2.3. Pauline Ecclesiology 
10.2.4. Pauline Eschatology 

10.3. Systematic Study and Interpretive Practice of Pauline Literature 

10.3.1. First and Second Thessalonians 
10.3.2. First and Second Corinthians 
10.3.3. Galatians 
10.3.4. Romans 
10.3.5. Philippians 
10.3.6. Philemon 
10.3.7. Colossians 
10.3.8. Ephesians 
10.3.9. Pastorals 

Module 11. Hebrews and Catholic Epistles  

11.1. General Introduction 

11.1.1. Relation between the Epistle to the Hebrews and Pauline Literature 
11.1.2. Nature of the Catholic Epistles 
11.1.3. Difference and Relation between the Epistle to the Hebrews and the Catholic Epistles 

11.2. Epistle to the Hebrews: Introduction 

11.2.1. Introductory Notes: Author, Addressees, Date and Place of Composition 
11.2.2. Literary Elements: Priestly Language, Structure, Genre and Stylistic Resources 

11.3. Epistle to the Hebrews: Interpretation 

11.3.1. Reading and Exegetical Theological Commentary on Heb 1:1-2:18 
11.3.2. Reading and Exegetical Theological Commentary of Heb 3:1-10:39 
11.3.3. Reading and Exegetical Theological Commentary on Heb. 11:1-13:25 

11.4. The Epistle of James 

11.4.1. Introductory Notes: Author, Addressees, Date and Place of Composition 
11.4.2. Literary Elements: Priestly Language, Structure, Genre and Stylistic Resources 
11.4.3. Prominent Themes in the Epistle of James

11.5. First Epistle of Peter 

11.5.1. Introductory Notes: Author, Addressees, Date and Place of Composition 
11.5.2. Literary Elements: Priestly Language, Structure, Genre and Stylistic Resources 
11.5.3. Prominent Themes in the Epistle of Peter 

11.6. The Epistle of Jude and the Second Epistle of Peter: A Comparative Study 

11.6.1. Literary Dependence 
11.6.2. Related Themes and Chronological Coincidence 
11.6.3. Common Canonical Problems 

11.7. The Epistle of Jude and the Second Epistle of Peter: Interpretation 

11.7.1. Introductory Notes: Author and Addressees 
11.7.2. Literary Elements: Priestly Language, Structure, Genre and Stylistic Resources 

Module 12. Patrology  

12.1. Introduction 

12.1.1. Difference between Patrology and Patristics 
12.1.2. Author Classification 
12.1.3. Contexts to Study of Patristic Literature 
12.1.4. Resources for Patristic Study 

12.2. Apostolic Fathers 

12.2.1. Apostolic Canons and Constitutions, the Didache 
12.2.2. Clement of Rome, Ignatius of Antioch, Polycarp of Smyrna 
12.2.3. The Shepherd of Hermas, the Epistle of the Pseudo Barnabas, Papias 
12.2.4. The Apostolic Tradition as a Legislative Criterion 

12.3. Apologist Fathers 

12.3.1. General Themes in Greek Apologists 
12.3.2. St. Justin Martyr, Tacianus 
12.3.3. Meliton of Sardis, Theophilus of Antioch, Athenagoras 
12.3.4. Speech to Diognetus 

12.4. The Heterodox Currents and Refutation 

12.4.1. Christian Apocryphal Literature 
12.4.2. The Heterodox Currents: Docetism, Gnosticism, Manichaeism 
12.4.3. Montanism, Monarchianism 
12.4.4. St. Irenaeus of Lyons 

12.5. Western Ecclesiastical Fathers and Authors of the 3rd Century 

12.5.1. Hippolytus of Rome 
12.5.2. Tertullian 
12.5.3. St. Cyprian 
12.5.4. Novatian 

12.6. Schools of Alexandria and Antioch 

12.6.1. Clement of Alexandria 
12.6.2. Alexandrian Origins 
12.6.3. Main Authors of the Antiochian School 
12.6.4. Exegetical Contrasts between the Alexandrian and Antiochian Schools 

12.7. The Dogmatic Debate 

12.7.1. Arius and Arianism 
12.7.2. Theological Positions during the Council of Nicea 
12.7.3. St. Athanasius 
12.7.4. Arianism in Pneumatology before the Council of Constantinople 

12.8. The Golden Age of Patristics 

12.8.1. Eastern Fathers: The Cappadocians, Cyril of Jerusalem, John Chrysostom, Cyril of Alexandria 
12.8.2. Western Fathers: Ambrose, Jerome, Augustine, Leo the Great, Gregory the Great 
12.8.3. Last Fathers: Western: Isidore of Seville, Patricius, Bede; East: St. John Damascene 
12.8.4. Liturgical and Canonical Books

You will become an expert in the word of God from a philosophical perspective thanks to the objectivity of this program”