Early African Christian History and Thought

Early African Christian History and Thought, available at $19.99, has an average rating of 5, with 16 lectures, based on 21 reviews, and has 665 subscribers.

You will learn about Mastery concerning the early development of Christianity in Africa and its foundational role in shaping Christian thought and practices Master knowledge concerning the key early African Christian thinkers, their texts and theological contributions How to showcase and redress under-represented histories, particularly African ones, How to challenge notions that Christianity was initially introduced to Africa by Rome or European colonial powers Be able to critically evaluate historical narratives and integrate an inclusive perspective in their understanding of Christian history. This course is ideal for individuals who are Ministers who don't have the time to attend seminary but want to attend classes to add to their knowledge base or Bible class facilitators and Sunday School teachers who want to be more inclusive of African contributions in their discourse or Educators who want to be inspired and want more tools to inspire learners from diverse backgrounds It is particularly useful for Ministers who don't have the time to attend seminary but want to attend classes to add to their knowledge base or Bible class facilitators and Sunday School teachers who want to be more inclusive of African contributions in their discourse or Educators who want to be inspired and want more tools to inspire learners from diverse backgrounds.

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Title: Early African Christian History and Thought

Price: $19.99

Average Rating: 5

Number of Lectures: 16

Number of Published Lectures: 16

Number of Curriculum Items: 16

Number of Published Curriculum Objects: 16

Original Price: $64.99

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What You Will Learn

Mastery concerning the early development of Christianity in Africa and its foundational role in shaping Christian thought and practices
Master knowledge concerning the key early African Christian thinkers, their texts and theological contributions
How to showcase and redress under-represented histories, particularly African ones,
How to challenge notions that Christianity was initially introduced to Africa by Rome or European colonial powers
Be able to critically evaluate historical narratives and integrate an inclusive perspective in their understanding of Christian history.

Who Should Attend

Ministers who don't have the time to attend seminary but want to attend classes to add to their knowledge base
Bible class facilitators and Sunday School teachers who want to be more inclusive of African contributions in their discourse
Educators who want to be inspired and want more tools to inspire learners from diverse backgrounds

Target Audiences

Ministers who don't have the time to attend seminary but want to attend classes to add to their knowledge base
Bible class facilitators and Sunday School teachers who want to be more inclusive of African contributions in their discourse
Educators who want to be inspired and want more tools to inspire learners from diverse backgrounds

“Early African Christian History and Thought” is a thought-provoking course facilitated by Professor Eric Betts. Building on the scholarly works of Vincent Bantu and Thomas Oden, this course delves into the significant contributions of Africa to the development of early Christianity. Students will embark on a journey tracing the roots of Christian thought in Africa, exploring how these formative influences have shaped theological concepts, spiritual practices, and church traditions. Through engaging lectures and in-depth discussions, Professor Betts will guide students in understanding and appreciating the profound and enduring imprint of African heritage on Christian history and theology. This course is an invitation to enrich our knowledge of Christianity’s diverse origins, highlighting the necessity to acknowledge and value the African narratives often overlooked in ecclesiastical history.

This course provides a wealth of benefits to a spectrum of individuals, from professionals to public school teachers, Sunday school teachers, ministers, and those interested in diversity. Professionals and educators will gain a richer, more nuanced understanding of early Christian history, enabling them to incorporate these insights into their respective fields. Public school teachers can use this knowledge to offer students a more comprehensive view of Christian history, highlighting the diverse contributions of various cultures. Similarly, Sunday school teachers and ministers will find value in these lessons, refining their sermons and teachings to reflect a more inclusive, global perspective of Christianity. For those interested in diversity, this course illuminates the multicultural origins of Christian thought, reinforcing the importance of inclusive narratives in historical scholarship and discourse.

Course Curriculum

Chapter 1: Introduction

Lecture 1: Course Expectations and Introductions

Lecture 2: African Foundations along the Nile and Numidia

Chapter 2: Key African Thought Leaders in Early Christianity

Lecture 1: 11 Early African Leaders You Need to Know Pt. 1

Lecture 2: 11 Early African Leaders You Need to Know Pt. 2

Lecture 3: The Influence of Cyprian–Bishop of Carthage

Chapter 3: African Councils, Scholarship and Martyrdom

Lecture 1: African Councils, Influential Scholars and Martyrs

Lecture 2: The Martyrs of Madaura and Scillium (Libya, Tunisia, Algeria)

Chapter 4: How Africa Influenced Europe and the Near East

Lecture 1: Outline of the Ways Africa Influenced the Christian Mind

Lecture 2: A Detailed Study on the 7 Ways Africa Influenced the Christian Mind Pt 1

Lecture 3: A Detailed Study on the 7 Ways Africa Influenced the Christian Mind Pt. 2

Chapter 5: The Roots of Nubian, Egyptian and Ethiopian Christianity

Lecture 1: The Roots of Egyptian Christianity

Lecture 2: The Roots of Nubian Christianity

Lecture 3: The Roots of Ethiopian Christianity

Lecture 4: History of Ethiopian Social and Religious Independence

Lecture 5: History of Ethiopian Ge'ez Translation of Manuscripts

Lecture 6: Egypt, Neoplatonism, and Early Christian Thought

Instructors

Eric Betts, Ph.D.
Lecturer, Author and Theologian

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