Ecclesiastical History 2Ch: Evangelical Protestantism and the Social Gospel in the North Atlantic World,1790-1920 (DV0014)

? Credit Points : 20 ? SCQF Level : 8 ? Acronym : DIV-2-EH2C

A comparative study of revivalism, Christian social reform activities and the social gospel in the industrialising societies of Britain, Germany and the United States during the "long" nineteenth century. Special attention will be given to the Christian campaigns for the abolition of slavery, for social justice for the labouring orders, and for improved social conditions in the rapidly expanding cities.

Entry Requirements

? Pre-requisites : History of Christianity as a World Religion 1 recommended

Subject Areas

Home subject area

Ecclesiastical History, (School of Divinity, Schedule B)

Delivery Information

? Normal year taken : 2nd year

? Delivery Period : Semester 2 (Blocks 3-4)

? Contact Teaching Time : 3 hour(s) per week for 10 weeks

First Class Information

Date	Start	End	Room	Area	Additional Information
09/01/2006	14:00	14:50	Martin Hall, New College	Central

All of the following classes

Type	Day	Start	End	Area
Lecture	Monday	14:00	15:50	Central
Lecture	Tuesday	14:00	15:50	Central
Lecture	Thursday	14:00	15:50	Central

Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes

The course will provide students with a broad overview of social Christianity within its social context, and it will give them an understanding of how the 'social gospel' played a major role in shaping Christian social thought in the modern Western world, particularly through its influence on some seminal theologians of the twentieth century. The lectures will promote a critical understanding of the past and will introduce some of the major historical interpretations of the period, while seminar meetings will enhance skills in the analysis of primary documents and in orderly and accurate oral presentation of ideas. The preparation of the essay will strengthen writing skills and to enhance abilities in research and in the development of arguments.