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History 325: The Reformation is a 300-level course offered in the
Department of History that introduce students to the history, politics,
religion, and literature of the European Reformations of the 16th century. For additional information about
this course, offered in Spring 2008, click a link below.
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Course Description - The Protestant Reformation of the 16th
century constitutes a major turning point in European history. By
creating viable alternative modes of Christian piety, ending the
unity of medieval Christendom and redefining the role of religion in
society, it prepared Europe in decisive ways for the modern era.
This course studies the Reformation movement as an historical
process, beginning with late medieval religion and church/state
tensions, through the theological revolution of Luther, Zwingli, and
Calvin, and ending with the varied versions of reform
institutionalized across Europe. Particular attention will be given
to the nature of the religious changes that took place, as well as
to the interaction of religion with society and politics. Other
topics include social expectations based on gender and class, the
role of the printing press, the splintering of the reform movement
into rival groups (including the radical Anabaptists), Catholic
efforts to reassert control, and conflict among confessional rivals
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History 325 Course Syllabus and Handouts- The course syllabus used during
Spring 2008 is available in the following Microsoft Word document,
and lists the books and readings that we will use, as well as our
general schedule. A few useful handouts are also listed.
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| Essay Assignments - The printed essay assignments, due
dates, and a guide to writing essays:
Review Sheets
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| Class Photos -
Erasmus debate team (2008)
 Luther
debate team (2008) |
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