PHI 621 Radical Theology
Prerequisites: Familiarity with basic philosophy and theology
Day(s): Sundays
Time: 6pm GMT (London) 1pm (New York Time)
Term: Spring Term 2022
Year: 1 year MA, 1st year PhD
Credits: 3
Instructor(s): Barry Taylor, PhD
The seminar will introduce the student to the key concepts and ideas that have given rise to Radical Theology, offering an historical and contextual overview of the various streams in radical theological thought. The seminar will also address the potentials and possibilities Radical Theology offers those who are interested to redefining faith and community life in the 21st century.
Intended Learning Outcomes:
Enhanced critical thinking skills in the area of philosophy and theology
Enhanced writing and communication skills in the area of the Humanities
Enhanced understanding of the history of philosophy and ideas
Required Texts:
Thomas J.J. Altizer. The Call to Radical Theology, (Suny Press 2012)
Simon Critchely, Faith of the Fathless: Experiments in Political Theology, (Verso 2012)
J.W. Robbins and Clayton Crockett, A Radical Theology for the Future: Five Theses (Palgrave, 2015)
John D. Caputo, In Search of Radical Theology, (Fordham University Press, 2020)
Barry Taylor, Sex, God, and Rock 'n' Roll: Catastrophes, Epiphanies, and Sacred Anarchies (Fortress Press, 2020)
Assessments:
Credit seeking students will be assessed in all aspects of this course through the following means:
Participation (in the live sessions and in the seminar platform forum)
Examination (2,000 word research paper examination)
Accommodations:
Please inform the Chancellor’s office if you need accommodation by completing this form.