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Constantine and Athanasius - The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire

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This course explores the reign of Constantine and the rise of Christianity in the Roman Empire. By the end of the course, learners will understand Constantine's significant changes, the intertwining of church and state, and the debates surrounding Christian doctrine. The course teaches historical analysis, critical thinking, and understanding of religious and political dynamics. The teaching method involves a lecture format with a focus on key events and debates. This course is intended for history enthusiasts, students of religious studies, and individuals interested in the intersection of politics and religion in ancient civilizations.

Syllabus

Constantine Takes Over with Sweeping Changes
Constantine Forms a Strong Bureaucracy
Barbarian Army Recruits Become Essential but Fatal
Constantine Succumbs to Immoral Decadence
Constantine's Paranoia Begets Decay and Corruption
Fierce and Frightening Sarmatian Barbarians Arrive
Historians Argue Over Constantine's Christian Vision
Constantine Installs Christianity as State Religion
Church and State Become Intertwined in the Empire
Constantine Convenes First Council of Nicea
Nicene Creed is Produced to Quash Religious Debate
The Nicene Debate
Doctrine of the Trinity Solves Debate over Jesus
Arianism Threatens to Make Christianity Pagan
Athanasius´ Trinitarians Battle Arianism

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