PTS Catalogue - Princeton Theological Seminary

ET/TH3480cr The Theology and Ethics of James Cone
This course will examine in chronological order the major works of James Cone. In
addition to examining the intersection of theology and ethics in Cone’s work, we
will examine issues regarding race and racism in the U.S.in part by watching the
documentary series Eyes on the Prize.
responsibility in the public realm.
fulfills the requirement for doctrine or theologian course.
Spring Semester, 2012–2013; Ms. Duff
ET3750cr Studies in Theology and Ethics
This course considers the causes, contexts, and consequences of Christian social
action precisely because it regards theological commitment as a species of practical
wisdom, a wisdom ordered to Christian witness in the world. Focusing on select
primary texts from the ancient church to the present, this course will explore the
intersection of theological commitment and ethical concern. Topics include: divine
authority and temporal rule, atonement and sacrifice, love and justice, tolerance
and coercion, grace and agency, divine command and absolute prohibition.
responsibility in the public realm.
Fall Semester, 2013–2014; Mr. Bowlin
ET5210cr Trajectories in Neo-Calvinism
This course will trace the trajectory of twentieth-century neo-Calvinist social
thought from its origin in the life and work of Abraham Kuyper, through the
mid-century efforts of Herman Dooyeweerd, to the philosophical projects of
Nicholas Wolterstorff.
responsibility in the public realm.
Spring Semester, 2012–2013; Mr. Bowlin
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