Christian Creeds

3 Credits · Level: Undergraduate

In this course, we will use the tools of philosophy to try to make sense of various ideas central to the Christian creeds: belief, God, creation, Trinity, incarnation, atonement, resurrection of the body, and heaven and hell. We are not trying to use philosophy to prove that the Christian creeds are true; we are asking, rather, whether and how philosophical investigation help make sense of these doctrines. Everyone, of whatever faith or none at all, is invited to work through some of these really interesting problems. Course requirements include two medium-length papers, a final comprehensive exam, various unannounced reading quizzes, and prepared and active attendance.