H7131
Introduction to Early Monasticism
The unit Introduction to Early Monasticism introduces students to the historical context of an important movement in church history that continued to shape Christian spirituality and theology, particularly in the Christian East until present. The unit is an Elective unit and may serve as part of a Major in Church History within the Bachelor awards.
Study Level |
Undergraduate |
|---|---|
Discipline |
Humanities in the Christian Tradition |
Sub Discipline |
Church History |
Credit Points |
9 |
Prerequisites |
Nil |
Exclusions |
Nil |
Learning Outcomes
At the end of this unit students will be able to:
- trace the major elements of the cultural background that gave rise to the monastic movement
- explain the role of various monastic settlements, figures, texts, and spiritual teachings in shaping the monastic movement in the first seven centuries
- engage with primary sources in light of their historical context
- utilise a broad and coherent number of secondary sources that deal with early monasticism
- apply knowledge and skills in diverse aspects of monastic spirituality in personal and contemporary parish life.