Course Schedule and Catalog
Course Catalog - 2017-2018
RELI 616 - BEGINNINGS OF CHRISTIANITY
Long Title: BEGINNINGS OF CHRISTIANITY
Department: Religion
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Seminar
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: How did Christianity emerge as a new religious movement in the Roman Empire? Covers the history and literature of the first five generations of Christians (10 BCE - 190 CE), focusing on Post-Temple developments, issues of authority and leadership, rise of regional forms of Christianity, and formation of distinct Christian identities. Graduate requirements: addtional writings and presentations. Graduate/Undergraduate Equivalency: RELI 416. Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for RELI 616 if student has credit for RELI 416.