Introduction
In this third module, we continue with the theologies of ancient Greece and Arabia. The goal is to understand their religious world views, so you can compare them to the biblical and Christian world view. We are studying the history to gain perspective when communicating the theology of science to peers. Fr. Jaki reviews these cultures and religions in Science and Creation: From Eternal Cycles to an Oscillating Universe.
Module Objectives
Student will be able to:
- State the world view of ancient Greece and Arabia.
- Explain how their religious and cosmic world views are alike and different.
- List scientific accomplishments and skills in these cultures.
- Compose a brief essay.
Assignments
Feedback
- Review any comments from the professor.
Lecture
Readings
- Jaki, Science and Creation, Chapter 6: “The Labyrinths of the Lonely Logos,” and Chapter 9: “Delay in Detour.”
Essay
Compose a brief critical thinking (500-word minimum) essay to respond to these prompts:
- Write one paragraph each to state the world view of ancient Greece and Arabia. 40 points
- Write one paragraph each to list the scientific accomplishments and skills in these cultures. 40 points
- Content (see rubric) 10 points
- Expression (see rubric) 10 points
