Christian Scriptures

This course presents the New Testament times and literature as a rich mosaic of Christianity’s primal era. Examined in detail, the Pauline letters and the Gospels will serve as a window into the early Christian movement, its beliefs and practices, its diversity and unity. The major theological themes of these sacred texts will be studied, with special attention given to their application within the Christian tradition and their enduring value for the universal Christian community. Offered annually. Prerequisite: RE 103, RE 205, or RE 211.