Catalog Info
Effective Term
Winter 2016
WebAdvisor Title
Christianity - First 1000 Year
Credit Hours
3.00
Contact Hours Per Week
3 (for 15-week classes)
Course Description
Introduces the origins of Christianity beginning with the figure of Jesus and his portrayal in early Christian writings. Studies the early teachings and their influence on later Christian theological understanding of the nature of Jesus through readings in the New Testament. Also explores the historical development of Christianity from its origins in Palestine beginning 1 B.C.E. through its expansion into the Roman Empire and ending at the schism between the Eastern Orthodox Church and the Western Catholic Church in the 1054 C.E.
Pre-requisites
WR-232, grade "C" or better
Course Satisfies MACRAO Requirements
No
MTA Categories
- Category 4: Social Sciences
- Category 5: Humanities and Fine Arts
General Education Categories
- Social Sciences
- Humanities and Fine Arts
Credit for Prior College-Level Learning
Other Details
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