RELIG 380 - Hymns and Christian Tradition

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This course studies the development and use of hymns as a heritage of the Christian Church. The theological, historical and cultural currents influencing the originas of hymns and their development will be explored. Methods for literary, poetic, and musical analysis will also be discussed. Also, this course seeks to give insight and understanding to worship leaders of the trends affecting the use and creation of hymns in contemporary Christian worship and practice.