CTI 243 - Christianity and Sexuality

Institution:

William Jewell College

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Description:

This course considers the complex relationships between Christian thought/practice and sexuality, centered on notions of eros and embodiment in Christian biblical and ongoing theological tradition. The themes of eros and embodiment in Christian tradition enable the asking of such questions as: In what ways does Christian tradition conceive of the relationship between sexual desire and the desire for God? What is the meaning of the human body, and in what ways do our bodies lead us toward and away from God,according to Christian thinkers? The course then considers how Christian conceptions of eros and embodiment impact our understandings of and ethical decisions regarding such specific issues as Christian conceptions of the origin and meanings of sexuality; the meanings of marriage, singleness, and celibacy; sexual orientation; sexual violence; and the significance of race in the formation of our conceptions of sexuality.

Credits:

3.00 - 4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.jewell.edu

Phone Number:

(816) 415-5979

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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