Abstract
This subject examines the development, critique and reformulation of theological ideas regarding humanity and humanity's relation to God and creation. Traditional themes in theological anthropology are considered, including creation, the imago dei, sin, grace, salvation and vocation. Challenges to historical formulations, including the challenge of difference, are brought into conversation … For more content click the Read More button below.
Syllabus
Biblical sources for theological anthropologyThe emergence, development and critique of doctrinal themes regarding the human person: creation, the imago dei, sin, grace, salvation, vocationContemporary theological approaches to human difference such as feminist, ecological, postcolonial, queer and liberation discoursesContemporary perspectives on human vocation and their implications for Christian living
Assessment items
1. Essay 1
2. Essay 2
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
1.
be able to discuss key theological ideas regarding humanity and humanity's relation to God and creation in historical and contemporary contexts;
2.
be able to engage critically with contemporary challenges to Christian theological anthropology, including difference;
3.
be able to assess critically recent constructive theological anthropologies and their societal and cultural relevance; and
4.
be able to demonstrate self-guided learning, including sound research, writing and communication skills.
Assumed knowledge
Students are recommended to have prior knowledge equivalent to or studied THL111 and THL113.
Enrolment restrictions
This subject is not available to students who have completed THP401 as this is a paired subject and shares similar content.
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