THEO 3360 - War, Peace And The Apocalypse

Institution:

St Catherine University

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Description:

This course is divided into two parts. The first part explores the Book of Revelation, also called "the Apocalypse" or "John's Apocalypse," in its original historical-cultural context. The second part concerns Revelation's influence on apocalyptic thinking and the history of interpretation of the work. The course compares diverse apocalyptic narratives, both ancient and modern, in order to understand better John's Apocalypse and apocalyptic world views and language. You discuss and analyze the artwork of Albrecht Durer; the appropriations of John's Apocalypse by the Branch Davidians and the Christian Right; apocalyptic images in modern music, media and film; and apocalyptic language in recent political rhetoric. Prerequisite: One theology c

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.stkate.edu

Phone Number:

(651) 690-6000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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