HIST 308 - Monopolizing the Holy and Catholicizing Europe

3-4 SS New Course Added 07/06/2006
First semester. This course traces the growth of an institutionalized medieval Catholic Church headed by the papacy out of a diverse group of Christian sects. Through primary and secondary sources, it explores how the Church sought to enforce orthodoxy and control popular beliefs in and access to holy power. Topics include: saints, miracles, heresy/reform, “popular” religion, inquisition, and witchcraft. Consent of Instructor required.

Prerequisites & Notes
Enrollment limit: 12.
Mr. Barton

Credits: 3-4 Credits