This subject introduces students to the nature and history of Christian spirituality within the context of contemporary interest in spirituality. It focuses particularly on Western spiritual traditions, including the desert fathers and mothers, the monastic and mendicant traditions, Reformation spiritualities and mystical traditions. Orthodox and Pentecostal spiritualities are considered briefly. The subject addresses questions concerning the relationship between Christian spirituality and issues relating to justice, ecology, culture and interfaith understanding. It also requires students to engage with and to reflect upon a range of Christian spiritual disciplines or practices.
No offerings have been identified for this subject in 2020.
HD/FL
One session
School of Theology
Students are recommended to have prior knowledge equivalent to or studied THL111 and THL113.
The following table summarises the assessment tasks for the online offering of THL216 in Session 1 2019. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated and can also differ to suit the mode of study (online or on campus).
The information contained in the CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: October 2020. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.