RELIGION 232

Instructor: Dr. David Brown

Humanities Dept. phone (703) 845-6241

Office Hours: one-half hour before class

Syllabus

I. Course Objective:

The student will demonstrate an understanding of the culture and theology of Islam, Judaism, Early Christianity, Protestantism and Roman Catholicism. Time permitting, Russian Orthodoxy may be included.

II. Course Textbooks:

The Koran. Penguin Books

Martin Luther. Anchor Books

St. Thomas Aquinas on Politics and Ethics. Norton Books

The Bible.

III. Course Calendar: (subject to change)

First half of semester
Islam and Judaism

Second half of semester
Christianity

IV. Grading: (subject to change)

1. 2 Exams on Islam and Judaism

2. Final Exam (Exam comprehensive: Essay form)

3. Attendance is required. Please check after class with instructor if you are late.