This unit explores the life, thought and spirituality of the twelfth-century Benedictine nun, visionary, philosopher, composer and religious leader, Hildegard of Bingen (1098 – 1179). Drawing on her extensive writings, images and musical compositions, we will examine her formative years and how they shaped her outlook, her visions and her self-image as prophet, the major themes and concerns of her works, and her role as a spiritual leader. An important focus of this unit will be to explore critical issues associated with the interpretation of Hildegard’s life and her writings, which we will examine within the religious, political and social context of the twelfth century. We will also trace how Hildegard and her image have been interpreted historically and the continued relevance of her thought and spirituality in contemporary society.
Unit code: DS3040P
Unit status: Archived (New unit)
Points: 18.0
Unit level: Undergraduate Level 3
Unit discipline: Spirituality
Delivery Mode: Face to Face
Proposing College: Pilgrim Theological College
Show when this unit is running1. | Identify and evaluate the major influences that shaped Hildegard of Bingen’s outlook and spirituality |
2. | Appraise the critical issues associated with the interpretation of sources about Hildegard’s life and her writings |
3. | Analyse Hildegard’s writings in their social, religious and political contexts |
4. | Interpret the major theological and ethical themes in Hildegard’s writing and their contemporary significance |
5. | Formulate a sustained argument on an aspect of Hildegard’s life or thought |
Lectures, seminars or workshops
Type | Description | Word count | Weight (%) |
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Essay | Research Exercise, 2000 words |
2000 | 40.0 |
Essay | Source Analysis, 1000 words |
20 | 20.0 |
Essay | Topic Essay, 2000 words |
2000 | 40.0 |
Unit approved for the University of Divinity by John Capper on 19 Oct, 2017
Unit record last updated: 2022-10-04 09:31:10 +1100