REL 212
The Development of Christianity: 30-600 C.E.
Last Offered Fall 2011
Division II Writing Skills
Cross-listed HIST 324
This course is not offered in the current catalog

Class Details

This class will introduce you to the history, writings, practices, and structures of early Christians between 30-600 CE. Who were “Christians” and how did they understand and define themselves in this time period? What historical and cultural factors influenced the ways in which Christians were perceived, could imagine themselves, and lived? While this class addresses the basic flow of events and major figures in early Christian history, it will also require you to develop a critical framework for the study of history in general. In addition, you will gain significant experience in the critical analysis of primary source materials. Special attention will be paid to the incredible diversity of early Christian thought and practice.
The Class: Format: lecture/discussion; in-class group work
Limit: 19
Expected: 19
Class#: 1671
Grading: yes pass/fail option, yes fifth course option
Requirements/Evaluation: active and informed participation, one reflection paper (1 page), two textual analysis papers (3-4 pages)--at least one to be revised (option to revise both) (see "Extra Info" for additional requirements)
Extra Info: additional requirements: one historiographical analysis (5-7 pages), and a take-home final exam
Prerequisites: none
Enrollment Preferences: sophomores considering a major in Religion or History, then senior and junior majors in these departments
Distributions: Division II Writing Skills
Notes: This course is cross-listed and the prefixes carry the following divisional credit:
REL 212 Division II HIST 324 Division II
Attributes: HIST Group G Electives - Global History
JWST Elective Courses
REL Christian Tradition Courses

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