1973-1974 Academic Catalog

Biblical Education 49 B. PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGION 220 Introduction to Philosophy - A, W, Sp, Su 5 hours A survey of the principal issues in western philosophy, covering such areas as Epistemology, Metaphysics, Aesthetics, and the major systems of philosophy. 221 History of Ancient and Medieval Philosophy - A 5 hours A survey of men and movements in Greek and Christian Philosophy from Thales to Aquinas. Select, representative writings of the philosophers will be read. Prerequisite: 220 222 History of Modern Philosophy - W 5 hours A study of the principal philosophers from Descartes through Nietzsche. The development of rationalism and empiricism with the Kantian synthesis and its results will be emphasized. Prerequisite: 220 223 Ethics - Sp 5 hours A study and evaluation of the major theories and problems of moral philosophy. 226 Religion and Culture - Sp 5 hours An introduction to religious issues, themes and alternatives as they emerge in the historical context of Eastern and Western culture. 322 Logic - W 5 hours A study of the principles of correct and fallacious reasoning involved in traditional logic and modern logic. (Alternate, even years) 325 Philosophy of Religion - W 3 hours An analysis of the major philosophical problems relating to religion as these have arisen in the modern intellectual millieu. 423 Contemporary Philosophy - Sp 5 hours A survey of the more significant European and American philosophies of !he twentieth century. Primary consideration will be given to existentialism, pragmatism, and analytic philosophies. Prerequisite: 220 426 Great Philosophers - Sp 3 hours A comprehensive study of an important philosopher dealing with his background, the development of his philosophy, and his influence on philosophy and religion. Reading of the philosopher will be the basis of study. C. THEOLOGY 230 Theology Survey - A, W, Sp, Su 5 hours A survey of the great doctrines of the Christian faith, designated to help establish the student in the Word of God. 231 Geography of Bible Lands -A 3 hours This course presents a geographical survey of the Bible lands. The physical and cultural aspects of these lands will be studied in their historical context.