REL 290 - Jesus in Tradition and History

Institution:

Gustavus Adolphus College

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Description:

An investigation of the life and mission of Jesus in the historical context of first-century Palestine. Extensive consideration will be devoted to the life of Jesus as portrayed in the New Testament Gospels and other ancient writings, and to the modern critical quest(s) of the historical Jesus from their origins to more present controversies in Jesus research. Special topics will also include: Jesus within early Judaism, Jesus and the politics of his day, the theology and ethics of Jesus, Jesus and his contemporaries, Christology, Jesus in the religions of the world, and related topics. HIPHI, Spring semester, even years.

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

WWW.GUSTAVUS.EDU

Phone Number:

(507) 933-8000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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