Course Details
Country:
Netherlands
Institution:
Free University of Amsterdam
Course Title:
Biblical Perspectives on Peace and Justice
Course Number:
G_BATRSAL081
Course Description:
Students will analyze texts which allow for elaboration on the meaning of ‘peace’ and ‘justice’ in biblical texts: examples include the Sermon on the Mount; key verses form the Gospel of Luke; visions of peace and critiques of social injustice in prophetic books; and key texts from the Psalms and the Torah. Several questions will be considered in relation to these texts. How are the concepts of peace and justice interconnected within the Bible? What is the relationship between divine and human justice? Students will also study texts on the so-called ‘Holy War’; narratives about the cycle of violence in human lives; verses that portray God acting violent; and prayers for God’s revenge on enemies. Their function in context will be discussed, and important questions will come to the fore. The violent content notwithstanding, which texts provide a constructive and justice-supporting message?
Language:
English
Approved Equivalent:
Pending For Approval
Attachment Files:
Studyguide (6)_19.pdf
