The unit addresses the subject of medieval Christian mysticism [1100‐1600] in Europe through the study of primary sources using significant authors from various linguistic traditions. It aims to provide students with an understanding of common characteristics of mystical texts as well individual differences related to different historical contexts. The unit will help students reflect meditatively upon selected material, and will invite them to relate the study of Christian mysticism to their own personal contexts and their spiritual formation.
Unit code: DS9189J
Unit status: Archived (New unit)
Points: 24.0
Unit level: Postgraduate Elective
Unit discipline: Spirituality
Delivery Mode: Face to Face
Proposing College: Jesuit College of Spirituality
Show when this unit is running1. | Articulate a detailed knowledge of the history, content and context of selected mystical texts |
2. | Demonstrate a knowledge of the defining characteristics of mystical texts and individual differences between authors and their historical contexts |
3. | Research, analyse, critically interpret and develop a sustained argument on selected mystical texts |
4. | Critically reflect on medieval mysticism in dialogue with contemporary theology and spirituality |
5. | Critically reflect on the relevance of medieval mystical texts in the light of their own spiritual journey and spiritual formation. |
Prohibited combinations:
Only one of these codes is valid:
DS9181J/ DS9189J
CH9181J/ CH9189J
(old code: DS9124J)
Lectures, seminars, tutorials, facilitated interaction in small groups
Raitt, Jill, ed. Christian Spirituality: High Middle Ages and Reformation. World Spirituality 17. An Encyclopaedic History of the Religious Quest. New York: Crossroad, 1987.
For translations of other authors, please use the Classics of Western Spirituality Series, unless otherwise advised by the lecturer.
Type | Description | Word count | Weight (%) |
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Essay | 1000 word reflection |
1000 | 20.0 |
Essay | 5000 word essay |
5000 | 80.0 |
Unit approved for the University of Divinity by John Capper on 19 Oct, 2016
Unit record last updated: 2022-10-04 14:52:20 +1100