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Early Christian Theology Prof. Paul Gavrilyuk. It is man’s very nature to be on intimate terms with God. Clement of Alexandria, Exhortation to the Greeks 10.100.2. Course Intro. An overview of the course Syllabus & course requirements. Analyze this. Why Study Early Christian Theology?.
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Early Christian TheologyProf. Paul Gavrilyuk It is man’s very nature to be on intimate terms with God. Clement of Alexandria, Exhortation to the Greeks 10.100.2.
Course Intro • An overview of the course • Syllabus & course requirements
Why Study Early Christian Theology? • Major questions asked • Major Christian teachings formulated • A world radically open to God
Martyrdom & Persecution St. Sebastian
Biblical canon The oldest known ms. of NT Gospel of John 125 AD
Course requirements (serious business) • Regular attendance • Participation, participation, participation! • Readings & homework: Reading Guide • Quizzes • Class presentations • Mid-term exam • Final exam