The Reformation ((4 Credits))

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The student will examine the history of the Reformation, including the teachings of Martin Luther, John Calvin, and other key Reformation theologians. Students will consider the reasons why, by the early sixteenth century, Europeans were receptive to a challenge to the Roman Catholic Church, the political and social circumstances of the time, the impact of the Reformation both on high politics as well as religious institutions, and the belief systems of ordinary Europeans. Prerequisites: An introductory level course in European history is strongly recommended.