Religion 34 - Christianity and Conversion in the Northern World:Vikings,Celts,and Anglo-Saxons

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Dartmouth College

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09W: 2A This course explores the transformation of Christianity in the early medieval period. The conversion of 'barbarian' peoples in northwest Europe between 400-1000 meant Christianity had to adapt to a new environment-one without the Roman Empire, without cities, with different languages, cultures, and notions of relations between the human and divine worlds. By exploring the impact the conversion of the people of Ireland, England, and Iceland had on Christianity, we will understand how ancient Christianity was transformed into medieval Christianity. We will also explore the appeal this Mediterranean religion had for communities that surrounded the much colder North SeaOpen to all classes. Dist: TMV; WCult: W. MacEvitt. For courses at the Introductory level in the Christian tradition, see courses numbered 5 and 15.

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3.00

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www.dartmouth.edu

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(603) 646-1110

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New England Association of Schools and Colleges

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Quarter

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