H7263
The Restoration Movement
This unit explores the historical and sociological influences that led to various movements of primitive Christianity around the world with a particular emphasis on the Restoration Movement. Geographical, sociological and philosophical frontiers are explored as a significant drivers of the fresh expressions of simple Christianity that have continued to spark over the last 500 years and remain relevant today.
Study Level |
Undergraduate |
|---|---|
Discipline |
Humanities in the Christian Tradition |
Sub Discipline |
Church History |
Credit Points |
9 |
Prerequisites |
Nil |
Learning Outcomes
At the end of this unit students will be able to:
- Understand the key theological features of various groups that throughout history have sought renewal, restoration, or reformation of the Church.
- Recognise the role specific historical and sociological factors have played in influencing change within Christianity.
- Compare the theological similarities and differences of the groups’ studied.
- Explain the theological emphases of the Restoration Movement.
- Apply the insights of the Restoration Movement to contemporary ‘Frontier Thinkers’; with a focus on the strengths and weakness of new directions.