Theology: Nature & Method

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Taught by DSPT. This course (formerly titled "ST-1710 Theology: Method & Structure") is an introduction to the nature, method, sources, and structure of theology, focusing on (but not limited to) the Roman Catholic tradition and St. Thomas Aquinas in particular. Issues to be considered include: the nature of theology, its method, the relationship between philosophy and theology, the theology of revelation, and the respective roles of scripture, tradition, magisterium, faith, and reason in theology. The course also introduces students to writing research papers in theology. Format: Lecture & discussion, with some student presentations. Assignments for evaluation: (1) class participation; (2) oral reports; (3) one research paper (in stages, including proposal, initial version, & final version) of 4000-5000 words. Intended audience: MA, MDiv, and MTS. students.