University of Portland Bulletin 2012-2013

THE 402 Poets, Prophets, Divas, and Diviners

This course traces the development of prophecy and the prophetic tradition in biblical and contemporary times. Selected prophetic texts focus on the character, personality, and mission of various prophets. Other topics include prophetic imagination, creativity, religious experience, justice, compassion, hope and the portrayal of God. Central to the course is the prophets' transformative vision for all times.

Cross Listed Courses

THE 302

Prerequisite

THE 101, THE 205