THEOREL 316

Early Christianity

Please note: this is archived course information from 2021 for THEOREL 316.

Description

Examines the history of Christianity from its origins in Palestinian and diaspora Judaism through to its official endorsement by the Roman Empire at the end of the fourth century. Explores how various traditions about Jesus evolved, how Christians both accommodated and resisted the wider culture, and how norms for “orthodoxy” (correct teaching) gradually took shape.

Assessment: Coursework only

Availability 2021

Semester 2

Lecturer(s)

Coordinator(s) Dr Nicholas Thompson

Points

THEOREL 316: 15 points

Prerequisites

30 points at Stage II in the BA Schedule

Restrictions

CTHTHEO 252, 352, THEOREL 216, THEOLOGY 104