CHST 6252 - Lives Of The Saints

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Lives of The Saints (CHST 6252)

Term: Academic Year 2009-2010 Summer 1

Faculty

There is not currently a faculty member for this course

Schedule

Mon-Tue-Wed-Thu-Fri, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM (5/18/2010 - 6/8/2010) Location: MAIN LIBRY BOORS

Description

This course examines the genre of Early Christina and Byzantine lives of the saints (hagiography). Texts studied represent various literary forms and depict a wide range of saints' lives. Attention will be given to the historical and religious functions of the texts. Particular attention will be given to the place and use of the lives of the saints within the life and tradition of the Orthodox Church.