AMXTIAN 210 - Faithful Fortune: The Prosperity Gospel in America

Institution:

Duke University

Subject:

American Christianity

Description:

This course introduces students to the major figures and features of the twentieth-century American prosperity gospel. It traces its late 19th century metaphysical roots through black and white Pentecostalism to post-war revivals where it took shape. We consider its effect on megachurches, televangelism, and uplift traditions as it spread across racial and economic divides. New Thought, New Age, self-help, Pentecostalism, and pop religion will be considered throughout. Instructor: Bowler.

Credits:

1.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Seminar

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Institution Website:

WWW.DUKE.EDU

Phone Number:

(919) 684-8111

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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