THE 626 Franciscan Tradition
This course examines the context and thought of important figures in the Franciscan tradition. Particular attention is given to the writings of St. Francis and St. Clare, examining their lives within the social, political, and religious context of their time. The course will also study other great figures of the Franciscan movement, including but not limited to St. Anthony of Padua, St. Bonaventure, St. Louis IX, and St. Elizabeth of Hungary. The course will also explore the development of the first, second, and third orders. Special consideration will be given to the Rule of the Third Order Regular, the charism that inspired it, and the spirituality that fosters it.
Cross Listed Courses
THE 301