Description

A literary and historical survey of preaching and the sermon from the early to the late Middle Ages, as practiced by bishops, monks, friars, religious women, lay people, and dissident Christians. Readings from sermons and other primary sources, current research on the history of preaching, and methodological issues. Focus on sermon and sermon-related manuscripts in Houghton Library. Prerequisite: 4311 or the equivalent.

Enrollment Limited: Limited to 12 students. Instructor's permission required.
Open to BTI Students: Yes
Jointly offered as Medieval Studies 223

Scheduling

0.50 credits
Spring 2013
Wed 1pm-4pm
Course location to be announced.

Relationship to Program Requirements

Program Requirement	Area / Category / Art / Designation
MTS Area(s) of Focus	History of Christianity Religion, Literature, and Culture
MDiv Distribution Category/ies	Scriptural Interpretation
MDiv Art(s) of Ministry	Preaching and Worship Religious Education and Spiritual Development
Language Course Designation(s)	Content language course