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  • 3.00 Credits

    This course will survey the theological and philosophical trends from the nineteenth century to the present. The major doctrinal themes examined will be the doctrines of God and revelation; the Trinity; and Christology. In addition, various approaches to theology will be considered: liberation theology, narrative theology, feminist and womanist theology, African-American theology, African theology, Asian theology and evangelical theology. Rigorous study in the philosophical foundations of these theologies and their representatives will be examined. The hermeneutical and theological methods of these systems of theology will offer a basis for comparison and evaluation. Important philosophical themes to be considered are existentialism, modernism, and postmodernism. Credit Hours: 3
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course is a seminar focusing on selected portions of Calvin’s Institutes of the Christian Religion. It considers the successive editions of the work in both Latin and French, ascertaining the purpose for such and the nuances of the Reformer’s thought therein. Students will attend to the lectures on various aspects of Calvin’s personal and professional life and will interact by papers and discussion with portions of Calvin’s work. Credit Hours: 3
  • 3.00 Credits

    A seminar that will focus on the primary writings of John Wesley, with an introduction to the works of Charles Wesley, and the rise of the Wesleyan Movement. Wesley will be placed within the larger theological context of Western Christendom, but the major focus of the course is the development of his thought. Interaction over sections of primary readings will form a vital part of the seminar as well as student presentations. Credit Hours: 3
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course is a seminar that will focus on a selected portion of the primary writings of Karl Barth. Barth’s theological views will be placed within a larger framework of his thought, but the focus will be on a limited section of his Church Dogmatics I/1 and II/1. Students will “exegete” passages from Barth’s writings and will discuss in a seminar setting the implications for his doctrine of God. Credit Hours: 3
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course offers a study of the doctrine of the Trinity. It examines the fundamental, scriptural data for the doctrine, tracks the formulation and articulation of the doctrine in the history of the church, and attends to appropriations of the doctrine in contemporary theology. Credit Hours: 3
  • 3.00 Credits

    A study of an approved area of biblical or theological studies, in which the student contracts with the director of the study concerning course requirements, course scheduling and evaluation procedure. This course may not be used to substitute for core courses. Credit Hours: 3
  • 3.00 Credits

    An intensive study of selective topics in theological studies, including research and critical evaluation of primary and secondary sources. Repeatable for credit. This cannot be used as a substitute for core classes. Credit Hours: 3
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course is designed for students to conclude their graduate program by sitting for an exam covering three areas of specialization. Credit Hours: 3
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course is designed for student to conclude their graduate program in religion by writing a thesis that provides evidence of ability to do independent research and compile it in the form required by the faculty of graduate studies in religion. Credit Hours: 3
  • 6.00 Credits

    This course is designed for student to conclude their graduate program in religion by writing a thesis that provides evidence of ability to do independent research and compile it in the form required by the faculty of graduate studies in religion. This course must be approved by the director and the M.A. committee. Credit Hours: 6
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