Religion 206f - Early Christianity in Conflict

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Mount Holyoke College

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Description:

This course examines how conflicts between Christians and non-Christians, conflicts between different groups of Christians, and conflicts within given Christian communities shaped first- through fourth-century Christianity and influenced subsequent Christian history.We will pay particular attention to issues surrounding martyrdom, "heresy," anti-Judaism, the formation of a male-dominated clergy, and competing views regarding sexuality. Meets Humanities I-B requirement M. Penn 4 credits

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.mtholyoke.edu

Phone Number:

(413) 538-2000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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