The University of St. Thomas

Letters of Saint Paul
Title:Letters of Saint Paul
Course Number:335
College:College of Arts & Sciences
Instructor:Martens, John W
Time:0955 - 1135
Location:John Roach Center St Paul
Room:JRC 222
Credit Hours Start Date End Date Days Available Enrollment Maximum
4 02/04 05/24 -  T  -   R  - 3 17 20
Course Description:
Through a careful reading of the authentic letters of Paul, as well as some of the letters attributed to him, this course explores the religious and cultural world of Paul and the Christian communities with whom he interacted. It will also investigate some of the major theological themes of his letters and inquire into Paul's understanding of the ethical life of first-century Christian communities. Finally, the course will examine the impact of Paul's theological and ethical teaching for modern Christian life. Prerequisite: THEO 101 (or 102 and 103)