The Human Person in Orthodox Tradition

College University of Trinity College, Faculty of Divinity
Instructor(s)
Course Code TRP2172HF
Semester First Semester
Section 9101
Online Yes
Credits One Credit
Location Online – Synchronous
Description

This course introduces students to the most significant teachings and achievements in Orthodox theological anthropology, beginning with the Cappadocian fathers, Maximus the Confessor and others. The course will also explore the contributions of modern scholars such as Bulgakov, Yannaras, Zizioulas, Behr, Vlachos and Von Balthasar who have enriched the study of the human person in Orthodox tradition. This course will also explore, compare and contrast the anthropological ideas developed by western, modern era philosophers such as Nietzsche, Freud and Sartre. The course will also explore some modern bioethical, technological and social issues that pose new questions regarding the human person.

Schedule MonThu
Start & End Date May 10, 2021
Start Time 19:00
End Time 21:00
Hours Per Week 2
Minimum Enrolment 10
Maximum Enrolment 20
Enrolment Notes

Last day to withdraw: May 13, 2021

Schedule Notes

<p>No class on Victoria Day. Makeup date TBD.</p>

Teaching Method
Lectures
Seminars
Readings
Means of Evaluation
Class Participation
Research Paper
Short Paper
Previously Offered Fall 2019
Currently Offered Summer 2021