TH 277 - Class and Poverty in Bible, Theology, and the Real World

(3.00 cr.)

Assists students in understanding poverty from biblical, theological, and political perspectives. What did Jesus mean when he said "The poor will always be with you"? What causes poverty? How are we to treat "the poor"? This course engages these questions and examines contemporary social issues related to class, poverty, homelessness, and social justice in America today.

Prerequisite: TH 201 .
Sessions Typically Offered: Spring