Readings and Advanced Research in Latin Theological Texts of Late Antiquity

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This course focuses on the reading and critical analysis of late ancient Latin theological texts from the time of Tertullian through Gregory the Great (d. 604). The course emphasizes primarily Christian theological literature and provides exposure to a variety of ecclesial authors and genres. The course encourages faithful translations of texts and pushes students to work toward translations that could be of publishable quality. The course also aims to prepare students to use Latin texts in doctoral-level research in the discipline of theology. Intermediate Latin reading skills required.