History of Pentecostal/Charismatic Christianity

Harvard HDS

This course is a historical overview of the global Pentecostal/Charismatic movement from the 18th century to the present. It traces key movements, people, events, experiences, and theological ideas in the development of what is now the fastest-growing movement within World Christianity. The course will emphasize 20th century developments and discuss, among other topics, Pentecostal historiography, the Azusa Street Revival, the Catholic Charismatic Renewal in Latin America, gender roles, and…