This unit aims to present with ecumenical sensitivity the origin, meaning and purpose of the Christian sacraments. It begins by outlining foundational concepts upon which contemporary sacramental theology rests, including the importance of symbol, ritual, Jesus as primordial sacrament and the Church as fundamental sacrament. Using this framework, the unit then undertakes a survey of the seven sacraments, paying particular attention to their historical, symbolic, liturgical and pastoral dimensions. Finally, the unit explores and evaluates more recent directions within sacramental theology as a discipline.
Unit code: DR2310Y
Unit status: Archived (New unit)
Points: 18.0
Unit level: Undergraduate Level 2
Unit discipline: Religious Education
Delivery Mode: Face to Face
Proposing College: Yarra Theological Union
Show when this unit is running1. | Articulate the importance of foundational concepts such as symbol and ritual in defining and describing sacraments; |
2. | Discuss the importance of Jesus Christ as primordial sacrament and the Church as fundamental sacrament in defining and describing sacraments; |
3. | Identify significant developments in the historical evolution of the sacraments; |
4. | Analyse the sacraments in terms of their key historical developments, symbolic meanings, and liturgical expression. |
CT1000Y or equivalent; two units in Biblical Studies at level one.
Lectures and Seminars
Type | Description | Word count | Weight (%) |
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Essay | 1500 word essay on foundational principles in sacramental theology |
1500 | 40.0 |
Essay | 2500 word major essay |
2500 | 60.0 |
Unit approved for the University of Divinity by LTC on 8 Sep, 2014
Unit record last updated: 2019-06-25 14:40:15 +1000