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Archived Version 2023 - 2024
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Description This module introduces students to writings from the early church up to and including the medieval period, highlighting the rich theological, ecclesiological, and historical diversity in the first millennium of the common era. Students will develop skills in reading ancient primary texts in translation, as well as in engaging with important secondary sources. Key issues to be explored include early biblical interpretation, tensions relating to "orthodoxy" and "heresy," the development of significant spiritual practices, as well as important doctrinal and scholastic teachings. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. Demonstrate a broad knowledge and understanding of key themes, concepts and methods in early Christian writings. 2. Engage with the early sources, beliefs and practices which have defined Christianity making guided use of primary and secondary documentation. 3. Evaluate a range of potential theological viewpoints from this era supported by relevant academic sources. 4. Demonstrate awareness and understanding of key thinkers from this period in early church history. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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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Learning Activities In the Beginning: Early Writings, Gnosticism, and Irenaeus of LyonJustin Martyr and Origen of AlexandriaThe Council of Nicaea and Athanasius of AlexandriaA Cappadocian Trio: Basil of Caesarea, Gregory of Nazianzus, and Gregory of NyssaChristology and Heresy: Augustine, Apollinarius of Laodicea, Nestorius of Constantinople, and Theodore of MopsuestiaCyril of Alexandria and the Chalcedonian Definition | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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