University of Portland Bulletin 2024-2025

THE 404 Sages and Singers, Songwriters and Storytellers

This course explores and critiques the wisdom writings of the Bible and other texts, and the cultures that shaped these texts. Focus is on the wisdom needed for wise decision-making practices for the work of justice and transformation of life in a globalized world. Attention is also given to two main wisdom themes: creation and the presence of the Divine in the midst of all life.

Cross Listed Courses

THE 304

Prerequisite

THE 101 or THE 105, THE 205