REL 215 - History of Christian Thought: High Middle Ages and Early Modernity

Institution:

Williams College

Subject:

Religion

Description:

This class will familiarize students with major trends in Western European Christian thought during the late medieval and early modern periods, from the middle of the thirteenth century to the beginning of the sixteenth century. We will focus on: (1) trends in high scholasticism, including the impact of Greek philosophy on theological method; (2) the increasing diversity of theological expression in vernacular and in professional contexts; (3) shifting views on liturgy, human freedom, and divine power; (4) the meaning of history and tradition. Authors include: Albert the Great; Thomas Aquinas, Duns Scotus, Marguerite Porete, Hadewijch, Angela of Foligno, Meister Eckhart, William of Ockham, and Nicholas of Cusa.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.williams.edu

Phone Number:

(413) 597-3131

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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