Fundamental theology WT-FW-TM1
I. The Theory of Fundamental Theology and the Church’s Teaching on Revelation in the Contemporary Context
1. The History and Methodological Issues of Fundamental Theology
2. Christian Faith in the Context of Modernity
3. Homo capax Dei, Faith, and Credibility
4. Divine Revelation
II. Fundamental Christology
1. Non-Ecclesial Portrayals of Jesus: An Overview and Critical Assessment
2. Ancient Sources on Jesus
3. Archaeology and Jesus
4. The Divine Identity of Jesus Christ
5. The Cross as a Sign of the Credibility of Christianity
6. The Credibility of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ
III. Fundamental Ecclesiology
1. The Origins of the Church
2. Apostolic Succession
3. The Primacy
4. Infallibility
(in Polish) E-Learning
(in Polish) Grupa przedmiotów ogólnouczenianych
Course coordinators
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Learning outcome code/codes
Type of subject
Preliminary Requirements
Learning outcomes
The student:
1. Knows the subject, objectives, and methods of fundamental theology and understands its significance in the contemporary cultural and religious context.
2. Understands the relationship between faith, reason, divine revelation, and the credibility of Christianity.
3. Knows the historical and theological foundations of fundamental Christology and fundamental ecclesiology.
4. Is able to critically analyze sources concerning Jesus Christ and justify the credibility of His revelation, death, and resurrection.
5. Is able to explain the fundamental issues concerning the origins of the Church, apostolic succession, primacy, and infallibility.
6. Is able to formulate theological arguments in defense of the Christian faith and engage in dialogue with people representing different worldviews.
Assessment criteria
TMA_W19; TMA_U02; TMA_U06; TMA_U13; TMA_K01 are assessed on the basis of the student's participation in classes, the grade obtained for the mid-semester assignment, and the final examination result. A maximum of three unexcused absences per semester is permitted.
Grade 5 (Excellent) – The student demonstrates a complete and in-depth mastery of the course material. They know and understand the subject-specific, terminological, and methodological characteristics of contemporary fundamental theology. They are able to use the knowledge acquired creatively in promoting theology.
Grade 4 (Good) – The student demonstrates a good command of the course material. They know and understand the topics discussed appropriately, although some aspects require further clarification. They are able to apply the knowledge acquired in promoting theology.
Grade 3 (Satisfactory) – The student demonstrates a basic level of mastery of the course material. They know and understand the topics discussed only partially and fragmentarily. They are able to apply the knowledge acquired in promoting theology with appropriate academic guidance.
Grade 2 (Fail) – The student has failed to master the basic course content. They do not sufficiently know or understand the subject-specific, terminological, and methodological characteristics of contemporary fundamental theology. They are unable to use the knowledge acquired appropriately or apply it to justifying the credibility of Christianity.
Additional information
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