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3.00 Credits
An exploration of results of modern historical study of the gospels, which provide a better picture of the facts of Jesus' life than Christians have had for the past 19 centuries. This course also analyzes the significance of such historical information for evaluating past and present expressions of Christian belief in Jesus as Lord and Savior. Prerequisite: Fulfillment of general education requirement in Religious Studies.
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3.00 Credits
This course is an introductory course in Buddhism. Topics discussed include the life and teaching of Siddhartha Gautama, the spread of Buddhism throughout its history up to and including today, the religious forms and practices of Buddhists in the various lands in which Buddhism has taken root, the affects of Buddhism on the cultures of Asia, and the philosophical developments of Buddhism both in the Theravada and the Mahayana traditions. Prerequisites: Fulfillment of general education requirement in Philosophy.
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3.00 Credits
Students will explore a particular topic in the western religious tradition. The topics can be in areas such as the following: the writings of an important thinker (e.g., Thomas Aquinas or Martin Luther), or the religious dynamics of a historical period (e.g., the impact of the reformation on Christian doctrine, practice and organization), or the development of theological or moral doctrines or religious practices (e.g., Women in the Church). Prerequisites: Fulfillment of general education requirement in Religious Studies.
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3.00 Credits
An exploration of a particular topic in academic study of the Bible using modern methods of interpretation. Examples of possible topics include a single book like Genesis, a set of books like the letters of Paul, or a biblical theme like "Covenant." This course may be repeated for credit with a differenttopic. Prerequisite: Fulfillment of general education requirement in Religious Studies.
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3.00 Credits
Students will explore a particular topic in the western religious tradition. The topics can be in areas such as the following: the writings of an important thinker (e.g. Thomas Aquinas or Martin Luther), or the religious dynamics of a historical period (e.g. the impact of the reformation or Vatican II on Christian doctrine, practice and organization), or the development of theological or moral doctrines or religious practices (e.g. Women in the Church), or a particular topic in the academic study of the Bible using modern methods of interpretation (e.g. a single book like Genesis, a set of books like the letters of Paul, or a biblical theme like "Covenant" or "Prophecy". This course may be taken a second time with a different topic. Prerequisites: Fulfillment of core curriculum requirement in Religious Studies.
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3.00 Credits
An analysis of the character of the new life that, according to Christian belief, begins with baptism and draws nourishment from the Eucharist along with other sacraments. Various perspectives will be explored primarily in terms of what they suggest about the character of Christian spirituality and vice versa. Prerequisite: Fulfillment of general education requirement in Religious Studies.
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3.00 Credits
An examination of how Roman Catholic and Protestant Christian theologians have responded to the many challenges presented by the modern world. Such challenges include those posed by the Enlightenment, historical consciousness, modernism, the Industrial Revolution, totalitarian regimes, and socio-economic disparity. The course will also consider theological responses to modern forms of atheism, socio-economic criticisms (Marx), psychological criticisms (Freud), gender inequality, ethnic and racial injustices and the awareness of other religious traditions. Prerequisite: fulfillment of core curriculum requirement in Religious Studies and Philosophy.
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3.00 Credits
An analysis of theological foundations of Christian moral life, including the role of faith, hope and love in Christian formation and motivation. Issues of the authority of biblical and church teachings in relationship to personal responsibility for moral decision-making will be explored. The applicability of the moral principles derived from this study will be tested through consideration of specific areas of contemporary moral debate. Prerequisite: Fulfillment of general education requirements in Religious Studies and Philosophy.
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3.00 Credits
An analysis of theological foundations and purposes of volunteer and professional activities in Christian service, emphasizing current approaches to ministry as a dimension of every Christian's life. Prerequisite: Fulfillment of general education requirement in Religious Studies.
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3.00 Credits
Directed readings and research; topics determined by the student and faculty director.
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