2010-2011 HBU Catalog - Houston Baptist University

CHRI 4181, 4281, 4381 Special Topics
Prerequisites: CHRI 1313, 1323.
Guided research involving special projects relating to Christianity and its mission to the world.
CHRI 4293 Senior Seminar
This course is designed as a capstone experience for Christianity majors. The program will ascertain what the students
have learned in their major and to re-emphasize important concepts in the various disciplines of Christianity. This
course is the exit exam and is required for graduation.
CHRI 4320 The Bible and Religion in America
Prerequisites: CHRI 1313, 1323.
This course surveys the religious history in America from the colonial period to the present. Special emphasis will be
given to the publication, interpretation, and proclamation of the Bible in America. The course will utilize the Dunham
Bible Museum as a resource.
CHRI 4333 Sociology of Religion
Prerequisites: CHRI 1313, 1323.
An analysis of the role and functions of religion in human societies, types of religious organizations, and the relation
between religion and other social institutions. The role of Christianity in American society will be emphasized.
(Offered also as SOCI 4333.)
CHRI 4334 Psychology of Religion
Prerequisites: CHRI 1313, 1323.
The insights of psychology as a human science are used to inspect and evaluate the religious dimensions of life.
Included are the sources and meanings of religion, religious development, specific religious experiences and
phenomena, and the relative health and sickness of various expressions of religion. (Offered also as PSYC 4334.)
CHRI 4335 Systematic Theology
Prerequisites: CHRI 1313, 1323, and (2333 or 2343or 2353 or 2363).
A course designed to study the historical, biblical, and systematic approaches to Christian theology.
CHRI 4343 Old Testament Prophets
Prerequisites: CHRI 1313, 1323.
A study of the prophetic movement in Israel and the writings of the canonical prophets.
CHRI 4345 Christian Ethics
Prerequisites: CHRI 1313, 1323.
This course provides a comprehensive study of Christian Ethics including biblical and theological foundations,
historical developments, and contemporary issues of moral concern. The central role of faith communities in moral
development and the importance of church engagement with culture will be emphasized.
CHRI 4353 World Religions
Prerequisites: CHRI 1313, 1323.
An introduction to the thought and practices of the great religions of the world. Attention is given to the origin,
development, and major teachings of Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, Shintoism, Judaism, Islam, and
Christianity. (Offered also as PHIL 4353.)
CHRI 4363 Philosophy of Religion
Prerequisites: CHRI 1313, 1323 and PHIL 1313.
A critical examination of the nature and validity of religious experience and the place of religion in human life.
Consideration is given to religious problems such as the existence and nature of God, the source of religious
knowledge, the nature of man, the origin and nature of evil. (Offered also as PHIL 4363.)
CHRI 4383 Baptist History
Prerequisites: CHRI 1313, 1323.
A study of Baptist history and polity with particular emphasis given to Baptist origins, developments, distinctive
theological positions, leaders, and current trends. Special attention will be given to Baptist life in America and
particularly the Southern Baptist Convention.
CHRI 5300 Introduction to Biblical Texts and Doctrines
A course designed to engage students in introductory studies in Old Testament, New Testament, and Christian
Doctrine.
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