Description
Augustine of Hippo, a bishop at the turn of the fifth century, guided the Christian church of his day through grave internal crises and the crumbling of Roman civilization. His writings have been among the most influential in Western Christendom down to the present day. This seminar acquaints students with the major contours of Augustine’s life and thought through a close reading of selected primary texts and biographical literature. Students will demonstrate an understanding of the main outlines of Augustine’s theology and be able to analyze and evaluate the influence of this theology in contemporary churches, particularly those in the Reformed tradition. Prerequisite: HT500 or HT520 or equivalent or permission of the instructor.