Latest Module Specifications
Current Academic Year 2025 - 2026
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Description What is “comparative theology” and what is the role of theological analysis in a late modern pluralist context? These questions in recent years are increasingly urgent as western culture’s pluralism grows more complex by way of immigration, globalization, and new forms of media. By engaging some of the recent key texts on comparative theology, this module inquires into ways the interfaith dialogue and pluralism can shape the contemporary theologian. A principal text will be Francis X. Clooney’s Comparative Theology: Deep Learning Across Religious Borders, as well as many recent publications on the topic. In this module students develop knowledge and skills in religious literacy, theological analysis, empathic listening, and attentiveness to diversity. Students will participate in the following learning activities: a weekly seminar-discussion format, lectures that shall serve to orient the discussion, and finally, oral presentations delivered by the students on select readings. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Learning Outcomes 1. 1. Formulate a working definition of comparative definition of comparative theology. 2. 2. Utilize theological and moral reasoning to evaluate pluralism and religious diversity that is inevitable in late modern liberal democracies. 3. 3. To discuss several key theorists in the sub-discipline of comparative theology in the context of interfaith dialogue. 4. 4. Communicate effectively, in both written and oral forms. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Indicative Content and Learning Activities
Comparative Theology as Theological Method Hermeneutics Phenomenology and Comparative Theology Otherness, Alterity and Difference Case Studies on Buddhism and Hinduism Empathy in Comparative Theology | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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