Fundamentals of Orthodox Spirituality

College University of Trinity College, Faculty of Divinity
Instructor(s)
Course Code TRT2311HF
Semester First Semester
Section 6101
Online Yes
Credits One Credit
Location Online - Asynchronous
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 N/A
Start Time TBA
End Time TBA
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."

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