REL 291 - Topics In Philosophical Theo

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University of Rochester

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This course is a seminar with a different topic each time it is offered. For Spring 2011 the topic will be a philosophical examination of the Christians doctrines of the Trinity, Incarnation, and Atonement. We will read recent essays which attempt to formulate, defend, or object to these theses. No previous knowledge of theology is required. Members of the class will be expected to be prepared to contribute to the discussion of the seminar. Participants will write eight 2-page papers on the assigned reading for the week, due in advance, and a course paper of 8-10 pages. The final paper may be based on one or more of the short papers. The primary texts is Oxford Readings in Philosophical Theology, Vol. I, Trinity, Incarnation, and Atonement, supplemented by other recent or not-yet-published essays.

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4.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.rochester.edu

Phone Number:

(888) 822-2256

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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