University of Portland Bulletin 2014-2015

THE 416 The Second Coming of Christ in the New Testament and Beyond

This course examines the Jewish roots of Christian "apocalyptic" theology, and discusses the ethical implications of living in an "end time" community, both then and now. Aside from writings in the New Testament, attention will be given to the Old Testament book of Daniel, the Dead Sea Scrolls and modern apocalyptic movements.

Cross Listed Courses

THE 316

Prerequisite

THE 101 or THE 105, THE 205