GES 414P - The Theology of J.R.R. Tolkien

Institution:

Bethel University - Minnesota

Subject:

Description:

An exploration of the theological issues raised by J.R.R. Tolkien’s "Middle Earth" writings. Theological themes such as evil, salvation, and power will be discussed, with an emphasis placed on choices the characters in the story make with regard to those themes. Attention will also be given to philosophical and literary assumptions/methodologies employed by the author.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

Senior standing; [GES110; THE201; Comparative Systems (G) course; Nature of Persons (N) course] or [GES246; Comparative Systems (G) course; Nature of Persons (N) course].

Corequisites:

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Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.bethel.edu

Phone Number:

(651) 638-6400

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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