Introduction to the Literature and Religion of the Old Testament. A study of the foundation of the Judaeo-Christian tradition through an examination of selected writings of the Old Testament in their historical setting. Emphasis is placed on the student's direct familiarity with the text of the Bible. Introduction to the Literature and Religion of the New Testament. A study of the faith of the New Testament community as reflected in its literature including the Gospels, Acts and Letters of Paul.
Attention is given to the development of tradition and problems of interpretation.
Religion and Moral Values. An investigation of the historical development of religious values and moral concepts in the western religious traditions of Judaism, Roman Catholicism and Protestantism. Religion and the Contemporary World. A historical perspective and contemporary discussion of the religious issues that affect international affairs, government, population and other cultural themes. Specific content will vary.