REL 2000 - Christianity: The Basics

Credits: 4.0
The course will cover the following topics: the Bible and other early Christian literature; Jesus and his followers in their historical contexts; the history of Christianity; fundamental Christian beliefs and practices, both orthodox and heretical. Additionally, we will examine varieties of Christianity worldwide and in the United States; the organization of various Christian communities; and the global and local impact of Christianity on cultures, politics, and societies. The course presumes no prior knowledge of or acquaintance with Christianity.
McDaniel Plan: International, Social, Cultural, and Historical Understanding