Term I
The first term in the Institute’s Seminary Syllabus provides an introduction to key foundational themes. These include the History of Christianity, the teachings of the first Apostles as found in the Didache, essential elements of Christian Philosophy, and a Narrative Study of Catholic Theology. This practical, but comprehensive approach aims to equip students with a solid grounding in the core aspects of the Faith.
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Christian Philosophy I - A Systematic and Narrative Introduction
After exploring the interaction among Scripture, worldview, theology, and philosophy, the authors tell the story of philosophy from ancient Greece through postmodern times, positioning the philosophers in their historical contexts and providing Christian critique along the way. The authors emphasize the Reformed philosophical tradition without neglecting other historical trajectories and show how philosophical thought relates to contemporary life.
After exploring the interaction among Scripture, worldview, theology, and philosophy, the authors tell the story of philosophy from ancient Greece through postmodern times, positioning the philosophers in their historical contexts and providing Christian critique along the way. The authors emphasize the Reformed philosophical tradition without neglecting other historical trajectories and show how philosophical thought relates to contemporary life.
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Christian Philosophy II
A Philosophy of the Christian Religion offers a fresh introduction focused on key philosophical issues in Christianity. Nancey Murphy addresses how recent shifts in philosophy have changed traditional problems. The book also clarifies contemporary issues using Alasdair MacIntyre’s concept of tradition-constituted rationality.
A Philosophy of the Christian Religion offers a fresh introduction focused on key philosophical issues in Christianity. Nancey Murphy addresses how recent shifts in philosophy have changed traditional problems. The book also clarifies contemporary issues using Alasdair MacIntyre’s concept of tradition-constituted rationality.
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Theology I - Overview
This fourth edition of the international bestseller Theology: The Basics is the ideal introduction for those who are new to Christian theology. This expanded edition introduces Christianity's core ideas, key debates, and leading thinkers. It clarifies traditional and contemporary theology, covering individual doctrines, their history, and nuances. Major denominations, their differences, and shared beliefs are explored, offering a clear, coherent view of Christianity in its main forms.
This fourth edition of the international bestseller Theology: The Basics is the ideal introduction for those who are new to Christian theology. This expanded edition introduces Christianity's core ideas, key debates, and leading thinkers. It clarifies traditional and contemporary theology, covering individual doctrines, their history, and nuances. Major denominations, their differences, and shared beliefs are explored, offering a clear, coherent view of Christianity in its main forms.
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Theology I - Faith
This fourth edition of the international bestseller Theology: The Basics is the ideal introduction for those who are new to Christian theology. This expanded edition introduces Christianity's core ideas, key debates, and leading thinkers. It clarifies traditional and contemporary theology, covering individual doctrines, their history, and nuances. Major denominations, their differences, and shared beliefs are explored, offering a clear, coherent view of Christianity in its main forms.
This fourth edition of the international bestseller Theology: The Basics is the ideal introduction for those who are new to Christian theology. This expanded edition introduces Christianity's core ideas, key debates, and leading thinkers. It clarifies traditional and contemporary theology, covering individual doctrines, their history, and nuances. Major denominations, their differences, and shared beliefs are explored, offering a clear, coherent view of Christianity in its main forms.
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Theology I - God
This fourth edition of the international bestseller Theology: The Basics is the ideal introduction for those who are new to Christian theology. This expanded edition introduces Christianity's core ideas, key debates, and leading thinkers. It clarifies traditional and contemporary theology, covering individual doctrines, their history, and nuances. Major denominations, their differences, and shared beliefs are explored, offering a clear, coherent view of Christianity in its main forms.
This fourth edition of the international bestseller Theology: The Basics is the ideal introduction for those who are new to Christian theology. This expanded edition introduces Christianity's core ideas, key debates, and leading thinkers. It clarifies traditional and contemporary theology, covering individual doctrines, their history, and nuances. Major denominations, their differences, and shared beliefs are explored, offering a clear, coherent view of Christianity in its main forms.
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Theology I - Creation
This fourth edition of the international bestseller Theology: The Basics is the ideal introduction for those who are new to Christian theology. This expanded edition introduces Christianity's core ideas, key debates, and leading thinkers. It clarifies traditional and contemporary theology, covering individual doctrines, their history, and nuances. Major denominations, their differences, and shared beliefs are explored, offering a clear, coherent view of Christianity in its main forms.
This fourth edition of the international bestseller Theology: The Basics is the ideal introduction for those who are new to Christian theology. This expanded edition introduces Christianity's core ideas, key debates, and leading thinkers. It clarifies traditional and contemporary theology, covering individual doctrines, their history, and nuances. Major denominations, their differences, and shared beliefs are explored, offering a clear, coherent view of Christianity in its main forms.
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Theology I - Jesus
This fourth edition of the international bestseller Theology: The Basics is the ideal introduction for those who are new to Christian theology. This expanded edition introduces Christianity's core ideas, key debates, and leading thinkers. It clarifies traditional and contemporary theology, covering individual doctrines, their history, and nuances. Major denominations, their differences, and shared beliefs are explored, offering a clear, coherent view of Christianity in its main forms.
This fourth edition of the international bestseller Theology: The Basics is the ideal introduction for those who are new to Christian theology. This expanded edition introduces Christianity's core ideas, key debates, and leading thinkers. It clarifies traditional and contemporary theology, covering individual doctrines, their history, and nuances. Major denominations, their differences, and shared beliefs are explored, offering a clear, coherent view of Christianity in its main forms.
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Theology I - Salvation
This fourth edition of the international bestseller Theology: The Basics is the ideal introduction for those who are new to Christian theology. This expanded edition introduces Christianity's core ideas, key debates, and leading thinkers. It clarifies traditional and contemporary theology, covering individual doctrines, their history, and nuances. Major denominations, their differences, and shared beliefs are explored, offering a clear, coherent view of Christianity in its main forms.
This fourth edition of the international bestseller Theology: The Basics is the ideal introduction for those who are new to Christian theology. This expanded edition introduces Christianity's core ideas, key debates, and leading thinkers. It clarifies traditional and contemporary theology, covering individual doctrines, their history, and nuances. Major denominations, their differences, and shared beliefs are explored, offering a clear, coherent view of Christianity in its main forms.
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Theology I - Holy Spirit
This fourth edition of the international bestseller Theology: The Basics is the ideal introduction for those who are new to Christian theology. This expanded edition introduces Christianity's core ideas, key debates, and leading thinkers. It clarifies traditional and contemporary theology, covering individual doctrines, their history, and nuances. Major denominations, their differences, and shared beliefs are explored, offering a clear, coherent view of Christianity in its main forms.
This fourth edition of the international bestseller Theology: The Basics is the ideal introduction for those who are new to Christian theology. This expanded edition introduces Christianity's core ideas, key debates, and leading thinkers. It clarifies traditional and contemporary theology, covering individual doctrines, their history, and nuances. Major denominations, their differences, and shared beliefs are explored, offering a clear, coherent view of Christianity in its main forms.
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Theology I - Holy Trinity
This fourth edition of the international bestseller Theology: The Basics is the ideal introduction for those who are new to Christian theology. This expanded edition introduces Christianity's core ideas, key debates, and leading thinkers. It clarifies traditional and contemporary theology, covering individual doctrines, their history, and nuances. Major denominations, their differences, and shared beliefs are explored, offering a clear, coherent view of Christianity in its main forms.
This fourth edition of the international bestseller Theology: The Basics is the ideal introduction for those who are new to Christian theology. This expanded edition introduces Christianity's core ideas, key debates, and leading thinkers. It clarifies traditional and contemporary theology, covering individual doctrines, their history, and nuances. Major denominations, their differences, and shared beliefs are explored, offering a clear, coherent view of Christianity in its main forms.
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Theology I - Church
This fourth edition of the international bestseller Theology: The Basics is the ideal introduction for those who are new to Christian theology. This expanded edition introduces Christianity's core ideas, key debates, and leading thinkers. It clarifies traditional and contemporary theology, covering individual doctrines, their history, and nuances. Major denominations, their differences, and shared beliefs are explored, offering a clear, coherent view of Christianity in its main forms.
This fourth edition of the international bestseller Theology: The Basics is the ideal introduction for those who are new to Christian theology. This expanded edition introduces Christianity's core ideas, key debates, and leading thinkers. It clarifies traditional and contemporary theology, covering individual doctrines, their history, and nuances. Major denominations, their differences, and shared beliefs are explored, offering a clear, coherent view of Christianity in its main forms.
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Theology I - Sacraments
This fourth edition of the international bestseller Theology: The Basics is the ideal introduction for those who are new to Christian theology. This expanded edition introduces Christianity's core ideas, key debates, and leading thinkers. It clarifies traditional and contemporary theology, covering individual doctrines, their history, and nuances. Major denominations, their differences, and shared beliefs are explored, offering a clear, coherent view of Christianity in its main forms.
This fourth edition of the international bestseller Theology: The Basics is the ideal introduction for those who are new to Christian theology. This expanded edition introduces Christianity's core ideas, key debates, and leading thinkers. It clarifies traditional and contemporary theology, covering individual doctrines, their history, and nuances. Major denominations, their differences, and shared beliefs are explored, offering a clear, coherent view of Christianity in its main forms.
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Theology I - Heaven
This fourth edition of the international bestseller Theology: The Basics is the ideal introduction for those who are new to Christian theology. This expanded edition introduces Christianity's core ideas, key debates, and leading thinkers. It clarifies traditional and contemporary theology, covering individual doctrines, their history, and nuances. Major denominations, their differences, and shared beliefs are explored, offering a clear, coherent view of Christianity in its main forms.
This fourth edition of the international bestseller Theology: The Basics is the ideal introduction for those who are new to Christian theology. This expanded edition introduces Christianity's core ideas, key debates, and leading thinkers. It clarifies traditional and contemporary theology, covering individual doctrines, their history, and nuances. Major denominations, their differences, and shared beliefs are explored, offering a clear, coherent view of Christianity in its main forms.
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Theology II - The Eucharist
In GOD IS NEAR US Cardinal Ratzinger's book centers on the Eucharist, exploring its biblical, historical, and theological meaning. He emphasizes personal devotion to the Blessed Sacrament, its importance for individual Communion, and Church life. For him, social transformation stems from the Eucharist, where God intimately meets us in the Heart of Life.
In GOD IS NEAR US Cardinal Ratzinger's book centers on the Eucharist, exploring its biblical, historical, and theological meaning. He emphasizes personal devotion to the Blessed Sacrament, its importance for individual Communion, and Church life. For him, social transformation stems from the Eucharist, where God intimately meets us in the Heart of Life.
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Christology I - The Crucifixion
Though Paul boldly proclaimed "Christ crucified" as the gospel's heart, in THE CRUCIFIXION…, Fleming Rutledge observes many churches neglect preaching the cross. She explains why pastors speak of it vaguely, limiting gospel understanding. Drawing on the New Testament, Church Fathers, Reformers, and recent scholarship, she clarifies the cross’s meaning and applies it today. Rutledge, known for her preaching, seeks to inspire a better grasp of Christianity’s core event.
Though Paul boldly proclaimed "Christ crucified" as the gospel's heart, in THE CRUCIFIXION…, Fleming Rutledge observes many churches neglect preaching the cross. She explains why pastors speak of it vaguely, limiting gospel understanding. Drawing on the New Testament, Church Fathers, Reformers, and recent scholarship, she clarifies the cross’s meaning and applies it today. Rutledge, known for her preaching, seeks to inspire a better grasp of Christianity’s core event.
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Summary - The Case for Jesus
In The Case for Jesus, Dr. Brant Pitre, the bestselling author of Jesus and the Jewish Roots of the Eucharist, goes back to the sources—the biblical and historical evidence for Christ—in order to answer several key questions.
In The Case for Jesus, Dr. Brant Pitre, the bestselling author of Jesus and the Jewish Roots of the Eucharist, goes back to the sources—the biblical and historical evidence for Christ—in order to answer several key questions.
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