Unit 4594: Foundations and Contemporary Issues in Theology and Doctrine

1. Introduction to Theology and Doctrine

• Definition of Theology and Doctrine
• Importance of Theology in Religious Studies
• Relationship between Theology and Doctrine

2. The Nature of God

• Attributes of God
  • Omnipotence
  • Omniscience
  • Omnipresence
  • Benevolence
• Comparative Perspectives on God in Various Religious Traditions

3. The Trinity

• The Concept of the Trinity in Christian Theology
  • God as Father
  • God as Son
  • God as Holy Spirit
• Historical Development and Theological Significance
• Implications for Christian Doctrine

4. Creation and Fall

• Theological Perspectives on Creation
  • Creation Ex Nihilo
  • Role of Humanity in Creation
• The Doctrine of Original Sin
• The Fall from Grace
  • Theological Implications
  • Human Nature and Sinfulness

5. Salvation and Atonement

• Theories of Salvation and Atonement in Christian Theology
  • Redemption
  • Justification
  • Reconciliation
• Role of Jesus Christ in Salvation
• Comparative Views on Salvation in Other Traditions

6. Eschatology

• Beliefs about the End Times
  • Judgment
  • Resurrection
  • Heaven and Hell
• Ultimate Destiny of Humanity in Various Religious Traditions

7. Ethics and Moral Theology

• Ethical Principles Derived from Theology
• Concepts of Sin and Virtue
• Moral Responsibility in Theological Context
• Application of Moral Theology in Daily Life

8. Comparative Theology

• Methodologies in Comparative Theology
• Comparing Theological Concepts and Doctrines Across Religions
• Highlighting Similarities and Differences
• Points of Theological Dialogue and Interfaith Understanding

9. Contemporary Issues in Theology

• Theology and Gender Equality
• Social Justice and Theological Responses
• Environmental Ethics from a Theological Perspective
• Interfaith Dialogue and Cooperation
• Relevance of Religious Teachings in Contemporary Society