THL245 God, Humanity And Difference (8)
CSU Discipline Area: Theology (THEOL)
Duration: One session
Abstract:
This subject examines the role, status, being and vocation of humanity through the Christian scriptures and its theological tradition. It critically engages with traditional issues within theological anthropology: the interpretation of the imago Dei, sin and evil, futility and death, grace and salvation. The relation between the doctrine of humanity and the doctrine of God is considered. The universalist claims of theological anthropology are examined in the light of particular interests. Insights from feminist, postcolonial, ecological, queer and liberation theologies will be incorporated for their contribution to this topic.
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No offerings have been identified for this subject in 2013.Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details prior to contacting their course coordinator: THL245
Where differences exist between the handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
Assumed Knowledge:
Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- be able to discern key biblical themes regarding humanity's relation to God (creation, fall and redemption)
- be able to discuss classical theological reflection on these themes
- be able to understand contemporary critiques of theological anthropology
- be able to critically assess recent constructive theological anthropology
- be able to discern the significance of Trinitarian theology for understanding humanity
- be able to demonstrate self-guided learning, including research, writing and communication skills
Syllabus:
The subject will cover the following topics:
- Biblical sources for theological anthropology
- the contribution of early church theologians: imago Dei and deification, Augustine and Pelagius on original sin
- medieval developments in theological anthropology
- sin and grace in reformation theology
- contemporary critiques: dualism, sexism, racism, individualism, anthropocentricism, heterosexism
- discerning the difference that difference makes
- 21st century perspectives on the human vocation
The information contained in the 2013 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 24 April 2013. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.