Introductory Hebrew

An introduction to the Biblical Hebrew language, covering basic grammatical structures and building vocabulary.

Introduction to Religion

Religion seen as a human research for meaning in life or response to the holy. Studied through basic structures and modes of expression.

Introduction to the Old Testament

A survey of Old Testament literature with attention to theology and the cultural setting.

Introduction to the New Testament

A survey of New Testament literature with attention to theology and the cultural setting.

Introduction to Old Testament Archaeology

A survey of the Old Testament in the light of archaeological research. The approach is chronological-historical-archaeological. (Same as MEC 2233)

Special Topics in Religion

Credit and title to be arranged. This course is to be used on a limited basis to offer developing subject matter areas not covered in existing courses. (Courses limited to two offerings under one title within two academic years)

Theory and Method in the Study of Religion

(Prerequisite: Junior standing or consent of instructor)

An introduction to the central theories and methods in the study of religion, with an emphasis on critical analysis.

Religion & U.S. Culture

An exploration of multiple religious traditions and their effect on American culture.

Religions and Environment

A creative exploration of the intersection of religious and environmental values across cultures and places.

Philosophy of Religion

(Prerequisite: Three hours of philosophy).

A critical inquiry into the rational justification of central theistic beliefs, with emphasis on the traditional philosophical arguments for and against the existence of God. (Same as PHI 3123)

Seminar in Religion

(Prerequisite: Junior standing or consent of instructor)

The study of selected religious texts and essays, and practice in religious composition.

African American Religious Experience

The theology and oral tradition of Black Religion with specific emphasis on the Black Church in southeastern USA.

The Prophets of Ancient Israel

A study of the message and function of prophetic traditions within ancient Israel and in contemporary ancient Near Eastern societies.

World Religions I

A history and comparative study of beliefs and the cultural impact of the great religions of the East.

World Religions II

A history and comparative study of beliefs and the cultural impact of the great religions of the West.

Hindu Mythology

A survey of Hindu literature portraying the activities of gods, goddesses and sages, and their relevance to Hindu theology and religious practice.

Hinduism & Buddhism

Introduction to and critical-historical survey of significant texts, doctrines, themes, and thinkers in the main indigenous Indian religion traditions.

Systematic Theology

A systematic study of the theology of the Biblical Old and New Testament.

Islam

A survey of Islamic history, beliefs and practices, law, theology, philosophy and mysticism. (Same as MEC 3473)

Judeo-Christian Ethics

A study of the foundation and contemporary application of Judeo-Christian ethics.

Pauline Theology

A study of the Apostle Paul’s New Testament writings with the view to elucidating his theological perspective on a range of doctrinal and practical subjects.

Archaeological Travel and Participation Program

Participation in excavations in the Near East and related lecture program. (Same as AN 3540)

Near Eastern Archaeology

Introduction to the contributions made by archaeological research to ancient Near Eastern history and prehistory, with special emphasis on the Syro-Palestinian area. (Same as AN 3553 and MEC 3553)

Johannine Theology

A study of the Apostle John’s New Testament writings with the view to elucidating his theological perspective on a range of doctrinal and practical subjects.

The Western Church: Beginning to Reformation

(Prerequisites: Completion of any 1000-level course in history or philosophy and religion)

An examination of the institutions, doctrines, and spirituality of the Western Church and their impact on Western European politics, society, and culture. (Same as HI 3703)

Directed Individual Study in Religion

Hours and credits to be arranged

Classical Mythology

Myths and legends of Greece and Rome and their use in literature and the arts through the ages. (Same as FL 4143/6143)

The Ancient Near East

(Prerequisite: Completion of any 1000-level history course)

A study of the origins and development of civilizations in Mesopotamia, Egypt, and Syria-Palestine from prehistoric times to the end of the Persian period. (Same as HI 4403/6403 and MEC 4403/6403)

Special Topics in Religion

Credit and title to be arranged. This course is to be used on a limited basis to offer developing subject matter areas not covered in existing courses. (Courses limited to two offerings under one title within two academic years)

The Ancient Near East

(Prerequisite: Completion of any 1000-level history course)

A study of the origins and development of civilizations in Mesopotamia, Egypt, and Syria-Palestine from prehistoric times to the end of the Persian period. (Same as HI 4403/6403 and MEC 4403/6403)

Special Topics in Religion

Credit and title to be arranged. This course is to be used on a limited basis to offer developing subject matter areas not covered in existing courses. (Courses limited to two offerings under one title within two academic years)

Directed Individual Study in Religion

Hours and credits to be arranged

Special Topics in Religion

Credit and title to be arranged. This course is to be used on a limited basis to offer developing subject matter areas not covered in existing courses. (Courses limited to two offerings under one title within two academic years)