College | University of St. Michael's College, Faculty of Theology |
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Course Code | SMH6102HF
NOTE: Basic degree students enrol in SMH3102HF
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Semester | First Semester |
Section | 0101 |
Online | No |
Credits | One Credit |
Location | Toronto (St George Campus) |
Description |
This course will examine the historical, religious, political, economic and social contexts of the birth of Christianity in the Holy Lands. Special attention will be paid to the various relationships of Christian communities’ with Judaism, including the Jews revolts, the Minim and Ebionite controversies, the impact of the development of holy places of worship and pilgrimage, spirituality and monasticism, and the role of Roman and Byzantine emperors in the spread of Christianity. The course will also deal with the Dead Sea Scrolls and other archaeological discoveries from the period. |
Schedule | Wed |
Start Time | 11:00 |
End Time | 13:00 |
Minimum Enrolment | 8 |
Maximum Enrolment | 12 |
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Lectures
Tutorial
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Means of Evaluation |
Other
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Currently Offered | Fall 2013 |