Academic Catalog 2024-2025

TH 320 Images of Jesus

Explores how history and culture have shaped the changing images of Jesus over the centuries. Begins with a study of the historical Jesus in his Jewish culture and explores the meaning of his life, death, and resurrection. The course traces these early understandings of Jesus into the era of the first church councils where the doctrines are formulated. Finally, the course exposes students to contemporary questions about Jesus.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

One course in theology

Offered

As Needed