HIST 391 History of Christianity I

History of Christianity I introduces the student to the broad narrative of the religion’s development within a historical context. The course explores the formation of Christian doctrines, faith practices, and institutions until 1517 within broader cultural, social, and economic parameters, while addressing the impact of specific events and personalities on the formation of Christian spiritualities and identities. The course aims at a balance between the study of doctrine and practice. Of particular importance is an exploration of the impact of non-Christian religious and philosophical traditions on the formation of Christian doctrines and practices. Students will also gain an understanding of the academic study of religion as a field of inquiry in its own right, with reference to theories of religion and terminology from the field of religious studies.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

HIST 101 or HIST 115 or HIST 134 or HIST 303 or HIST 304 or HIST 305 or INDS 120 or HIST 150 or HIST 151 or HIST 152 or HIST 160 or HIST 161 or HIST 170 or HIST 171 or HIST 222 or HIST 223 or HIST 232 or HIST 233 or HIST 243

Offered

Every other year