HIST 394
Scripture in American History
History
College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences
Course Description
Scriptural texts in U.S. history across various religious traditions and across time, with attention to questions of authority, translation, interpretation, and reception.
When Taught
Contact Department
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Title
Historical knowledge of scriptures in US history
Learning Outcome
Describe the general content of various traditions' scripture and comment on the place of scripture within the major religious traditions in U.S. history.
Title
Analysis of the role of scripture in American culture and history
Learning Outcome
Critically assess the role of scripture in American culture generally, and across time.
Title
Contextualize the history of American scripture
Learning Outcome
Situate historical discussion and reading of scripture in broader intellectual and cultural contexts.
Title
Analysis of the historiography of American scripture
Learning Outcome
Offer informed perspectives on the ways scholars have understood the significance of scripture in various traditions and in American culture generally.
