Fundamentals of Orthodox Spirituality

College University of Trinity College, Faculty of Divinity
Instructor(s)
Course Code TRT2311HF
Semester First Semester
Section 0101
Online No
Credits One Credit
Location Toronto (St George Campus)
Description

This course will explore Orthodox spiritual theology from both thematic and historical perspectives, drawing on the principal writings that have contributed to its development over the centuries. From a consideration of the goal of Orthodox spirituality as union with God or deification (theosis }, the course will examine the contribution of the Old and New Testament; the experience of early Church; monasticism; ancient philosophy; liturgical and sacramental elements; the mystical and contemplative aspects; and patristic theology.

Crosslisted to (1) Historical
Schedule TueFri
Start Time 19:00
End Time 22:00
Hours Per Week 3
Minimum Enrolment 5
Maximum Enrolment 30
Enrolment Notes

Students who have taken TRH2451H should not take this course.

Additional Notes

This course was previuously taught under the course code TRH2451H and title "Sources of Orthodox Pastoralia: Devotional and Pastoral Writing from 1st to 12th C."

Schedule Notes

<p>Location: Larkin Building room 211</p>

Teaching Method
Lectures
Seminars
Readings
Means of Evaluation
Class Participation
Book Review
Other
Currently Offered Fall 2017