RS 121 - Introduction to Theological Studies

Institution:

Manor College

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Description:

This course undertakes a study of the major themes of the Christian faith from the perspective of the Catholic tradition. It investigates both how the various doctrines cohere into a world view and the tensions that exist among them. Each of the themes - revelation, creation, sin and redemption, christology, ecclesiology, eshatology - is viewed in its development from story, image, and symbol to dogmatic formulation and contemporary interpretation of the religious phenomenon as such. Students will be exposed to a wide range of religious phenomenon, beliefs and practices from the pre-historical period to the present. This course also elaborates on the content of religion, especially in areas of virtue and the Christian balance of immanence and transcendence. Further on, this course will address some of the contemporary questions of Catholic theology, providing the students with a working defi nition of theology and introducing them to some of the methods used in the work of theological studies. Prerequisite: Enrollment in Catechist program or employment as a Catechist in a parish/school setting.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.manor.edu

Phone Number:

(215) 885-2360

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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