CHRISTIANITYHONORS

Credits to be earned : 40 Core papers : 20 CreditsOpen Elective Paper(s) : 04 CreditsElective Papers : 16 Credits

Scheme of StudySl. No.

Code Type of the paper

Title of the Paper Credit Pattern in

Credit Value

L T P01 CH C01 Core Study of the Old Testament

( Pentateuch)2 2 0 4

02 CH C02 Core Gospels of Mathew and Mark 2 2 0 403 CH C03 Core Prophetic and Poetical Writing

of Old Testament2 2 0 4

04 CH C04 Core Gospels of Luke and John 2 2 0 405 CH C05 Core Comparative Study of

Religions2 1 1 4

06 CH OE01 Open Elective

Sacraments in Christianity and related Samskaras in Indian Religions

2 1 1 4

07 CH OE02 Open Elective

Spirituality of Bhagavad-Gita and New Testament

2 2 0 4

08 CH E01 Elective Church in the Modern World 2 2 0 409 CH E02 Elective Christian Perspective of

Karma Jnana and Bhakti Margas

2 2 0 4

10 CH E03 Elective Essentials of Indian Christian Theology

2 2 0 4

11 CH E04 Elective Communicating in Community

2 1 1 4

12 CH E05 Elective Religions for Social Harmony and Peace

2 2 0 4

13 CH E06 Elective Basic Concepts of Indian Philosophy andSpirituality

2 2 0 4

14 CH E07 Elective Empowering and Empowered Leadership

2 1 1 4

15 CH E08 Elective Communication, Spirituality and Theology

2 1 1 4

16 CH E09 Elective Human Resource Management and Ethics

2 2 0 4

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CHRISTIANITYMASTERS

Credits to be earned : 36 Cumulative total of credits to be completed : 40 (Honors) + 36 (Masters)

= 76 CreditsCore papers : 12 CreditsElective Paper(s) : 12 CreditsOpen Electives : 04 CreditsProject Work(Dissertation) : 08 Credits

Scheme of StudySl. No.

Code Type of the paper

Title of the Paper Credit Pattern in

Credit Value

L T P01 CH C06 Core Theology of Liberation 2 2 0 402 CH C07 Core Pauline Theology and

Spirituality 2 2 0 4

03 CH C08 Core Christianity and Inter-Religious Dialogue in India

2 1 1 4

04 CH C09 Project Work

Dissertation 0 2 6 8

05 CH OE03

Open Elective

Christian Mysticism in the Indian Context

2 2 0 4

06 CH OE04

Open Elective

Indian Christian Theology 2 2 0 4

07 CH E10 Elective Research Methodology 2 2 0 408 CH E11 Elective Social Concerns of Christianity 2 2 0 409 CH E12 Elective Culture and Christianity 2 2 0 410 CH E13 Elective Spiritual Integration and life

Skills2 1 1 4

11 CH E14 Elective Feminism and Social Leadership

2 2 0 4

12 CH E15 Elective Study of Major World Religions

2 1 1 4

13 CH E16 Elective Globalisation and Ecology 2 2 0 414 CH E17 Elective Civil and Canon Law

Regarding Marriage in Christianity

2 2 0 4

15 CH E18 Elective Inculturation in India 2 1 1 416 CH E19 Elective Communication, Media and

Values2 1 1 4

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CHRISTIANITYMASTERS WITH HONORS

Credits to be earned : 32 Core papers : 08 CreditElective Paper(s) : 08 CreditsProject Work(Dissertation) : 16 Credits

Scheme of Study

Sl.No Code Type of the paper

Title of the Paper Credit Pattern in Credit ValueL T P

01 CH C10 Core Theology of Religions 1 1 0 202 CH C11 Core Biblical Anthropology 1 1 0 204 CH C12 Core Dissertation 0 2 6 805 CH C13 Core Indian Christian Spirituality 2 2 0 406 CH C14 Core Dissertation 0 2 6 807 CH E20 Elective Psychology of Religion 2 2 0 408 CH E21 Elective Background to the Gospels 2 2 0 409 CH E22 Elective Theology of Oriental

Churches 2 2 0 4

10 CH E23 Elective Theological Methods and Research Methods in Social Sciences

2 2 0 4

11 CH E24 Elective Christian Classics and Great Christian Thinkers

2 2 0 4

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CH C01 Study of the Old Testament (Pentateuch) Credits taken 2:2:0 = 4

1. Introduction to the Old Testament 2. Book of Genesis3. Book of Exodus4. Covenant Theology

Bibliography

1. Brueggemann Walter, Old Testament Theology, Fortress Press, 1992.2. Ceresko, The Old Testament,-A Liberative Perspective, St. Paul’s Publications,

Mumbai, 1993.3. Geory Fohrer, Introduction to the Old Testament, London 1975.4. Soggin, J.A, Introduction to Old Testament, London 1975.5. Stevens, W.W. A Guide to the Old Testament Study, Tennessee, 1974.

CH C02 Gospels of Mark and Matthew Credits taken 2:2:0 = 4

1. General Introduction to the Gospels2. The Gospel according to Mark3. The Gospel according to Matthew .Part- I4. The Gospel according to Matthew. Part –II

Bibliography

1. Anderson, J.C. - Moore, S.D., Mark and Method. New Approaches in Biblical Studies, Minneapolis, Fortress, 1992.

2. Brown, R.E., An Introduction to the New Testament, ABR Library, Bangalore, TPI, 2001.

3. Fuller, R.H.: Interpreting the Miracles, London 1963.4. Hendrickx, H.: The Parables of Jesus, New York, 1986.5. Hendrickx, H.: The Passion Narratives of Synoptic Gospels, Manila, 19776. Hendrickx, H.: The Resurrection Narratives, Manila, 19787. Hendrickx, H.: The Sermon on the Mount, London, 1984.8. Kaelber, W.H., Mark’s Story of Jesus, Philadelphia, Fortress, 1979.9. Kingsbury, J.D., The Christology of Mark’s Gospel, Philadelphia, Fortress,

1989.10. Naluparayil, J.C., The Identity of Jesus in Mark, SBFAn 49, Jerusalem,

Franciscan Printing Press, 2000.

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11. Rhoads, D. – Michiel, D., Mark as Story. An Introduction to the Narrative of a Gospel, Philadelphia, Fortress, 1982.

12. Sabourin, L.: The Gospel According to Matthew 2 Vols, Bombay, 1982)

CH C03 Prophetic and Poetical Writings of Old Testament Credits taken 2:2:0 = 4

1. History of Prophetic Traditions and Books2. Prophetic Literature3. Wisdom Literature4. Books of Psalms

Bibliography

1. Allen Leslie C., Word Biblical Commentary, Psalms 101-150, Waco, 1983. 2. Clements, R.E., Prophecy and Covenant, London, 1965.3. Grenshaw, J.L., Old Testament Wisdom, An Introduction, London, 1982.4. Lindblom Johannes, Prophecy in Ancient Israel, Philadelphia, 1962.5. Scott, R.B.Y., The Relevance of the Prophets, New York, 1978.6. Von Rad, Gerhard, The Message of the Prophets, London, 1973.

CH C04 Gospels of Luke and John Credits taken 2:2:0 = 4

1. The Gospel according to Luke Part –I2. The Gospel according to Luke Part –II3. The Gospel according to John Part –I4. The Gospel according to John Part –II

Bibliography

1. Awit, Michel, Follow me, St. Luke’s Teaching, Alexandria, 1979.2. Bouyer, L., The Fourth Gospel, Westminster 1964.3. Brown, R., The Community of the Beloved Disciple, London 1979.4. Conzelmann, Hans, The Theology of Luke, London, 1961.5. Ellis, P., The Genius of John, Minnwaor 1985.6. Fitzmeyer, Joseph, The Gospel According to Luke, New York 1984.7. Flender, Helmut.,St. Luke. Theologian of Redemptive History, London 1967.8. Franklin, Eric, Christ the Lord, A Study on the Purpose and Theology of Luke-

Acts, London 1975.9. Marshall, Howard, The Gospel of Luke, Exeter 1978.10. Richardson, Neil, The Panorama of Luke, London 1982.11. Temple, W, Reading in St. John’s Gospel, London 1976.

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CH C05 Comparative Study of Religions Credits taken 2:1:1 = 4

1. The Nature, Scope, Aim, Approaches and Goals of the Comparative Study of Religions

2. The Basic Features of Religions3. The Holy Scriptures and Sacred Writings of Religions4. The Beliefs, Rituals, Practices and Festivals in Religions

Bibliography

1. Christopher Augustus Bixed Tirkey , Major Religions of India, ISPK, 2001.2. Issac Padinjarekuttu, Challenges to Religions, Church and theology, St. Paul’s

Mumbai, 2008.3. James, William, The Varieties of Religions Experience, New York, 1902.4. Leonard J Biallas, World, World Religions , A Story Approach, Twenty-Third

Publication, Mystic, Connecticut, 1991.5. Noss, John.B, Mans, Religions, 6ed. New York, 1980.6. S.J. Samartha , One Christ Many religions, New York, Orbis Books, 1991.7. T. M. P. Mahadev, Outlines of Hinduism, Chetana Limited, Bombay, India,

1977.8. Tiwari, Kedarnath, Comparative Religion, Motilal Banarsidass Publishers

Private Limited, Delhi, 2004.

CH OE01 Sacraments in Christianity and Related Samskaras in Indian Religions

Credits taken 2:1:1 = 4

1. Sacraments of Initiation and related Samskaras of Other Indian Religions2. Sacraments of Reconciliation and related Samskaras in Other Indian Religions3. Marriage and Family Life in Christianity and in Other Indian Religions4. Anointing of the Sick and the Healing Power of Listening

Bibliography

1. Paguio, W.C., Notes on Sacraments and Sacramentals, 2nd edition, Philippines. St. Paul Publication, 1991.

2. Bermgo, Luis M., Towards Christian Union, Gujarat Sahitya Prakash, 1983.3. Staney D., Keeping the fire Burning, Basic Books, New York,1988.4. Vaillancourt Raymond, Toward a Renewal of Sacramental Theology, The

Liturgical Press, Minnesota, 1981.5. Westman, W.H., The Sacraments of Orders and the Clerical State, Bangalore,

TPI, 1999.

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CH OE02 Spirituality of Bhagavad-Gita and New Testament Credits taken 2:2:0 = 4

1. Introduction to Spirituality2. God experience and Spirituality in the New Testament3. Spirituality of Bhagavad-Gita4. Comparison of these two Spiritualities

Bibliography

1. Banarsidass Motilal, Ramanuja on the Bhagavad-Gita, Delhi, 1974.2. D.S. Amalorepavadass, Indian Christian Spirituality, NBCLC, Bangalore, 1982.3. Grant Sara, Towards an Alternative Theology, ATC Publication, 1991.4. Peringloor.J. Salvation through Gita and Gospel.5. Sivarman Krishna (ed) Hindu Spirituality Vedas Through Vedanta, Motilal

Banarsidass Publications, Delhi, 1989,6. Vempeny Ishanand, Krishna and Christ, Gujarat Sahitya Parishat, 1988.

CH E01 Church in the Modern world Credits taken 2:2:0 = 4

1. General Understanding of the Church2. Models of the Church in History Part-13. Models of the Church in History Part-1I4. Church of the Poor and with the Poor

Bibliography

1. Amalorpavadoss, D., The Indian Church in the Struggle for a New Society, Bangalore,1981

2. Desrochers, J., The Social Teaching of the Church, Bangalore 1982.3. Dorr, D., Option for the Poor, A hundred years of Vatican Social Teaching,

Dublin 19834. Dulles, Avery., Models of the Church, New York, 1987.5. Kloppenburg, B., Ecclesiology of Vatican II, Chicago, 19746. Rahner, Karl., The Shape of the Church to Come, London, 19747. Robinson, John., On Being the Church in the World, London ,19778. The Dogmatic Constitution of Vatican II, Lumen Gentium.9. Tisserabt,E., Eastern Christianity in India, London, 1957.

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CH E02 Christian Perspective of Karma, Jnana, and Bhakti Margas Credits taken 2:2:0 = 4

1. Karma Marga as a way of life2. Jnana Marga and Christianity3. Bhakti Marga and its Spirituality4. Comparison with Christian way of life

Bibliography

1. Neuner Joseph, Christology, JDV, Poona, 1984.2. Amalorpavadass, Indian Christian Spirituality, NBCLC, Bangalore, 1982.3. De Semet (ed), Religions Hinduism,4. Neuner Joseph, Christian revelation and world Religions, 5. Staffner.H., The Significance of Jesus Christ in Asia.

CH E03 Essentials of Indian Christian Theology Credits taken 2:2:0 = 4

1. Theology in the History of the Church2. Indian Christian Theology3. Sources of Theological Tradition4. Essential Requirements in the Formulation of Indian Christian Theology.

Bibliography

1. Amaladoss, T.K.John, Theologizing in India, TPI, Bangalore, 1973.2. Boyd Robin, Indian Christian Theology, ISPCK, 1998.3. Boyd Robin, Khristadvaita, ClS, 1977.4. Neuner Joseph, Walking with Him, GSP, Gujarat, Sahitya Parishat, 1989.

CH E04 Communicating in Community Credits taken 2:1:1 = 4

1. History of Human Communication and Mass Communication2. Communication Theories and Types3. Communication in the Context of Theology4. Communication skills and Media Awareness Activities.

Bibliography

1. Eilers, Franz- Joseph, ed, Church and social Communication in Asia , Manila, Philippines,

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2. Federation of Asia Bishops, Conferences of Social communication, 1999.3. Cajilig.V O.P Hundred fold Harvest, Enjoyed, Lucky Press, Manila 1955.4. Eilers Joseph, Introduction to Church and Social Communication, 1986.5. Eiles Joseph Franz, Communication in Community.6. Saturino Dias Mario, Evangelization and Social Communication, St. Paul

Publication, Delhi, 2000.

CH E05 Religions for Social Harmony and Peace Credits taken 2:2:0 = 4

1. The Origin, Evolution, Meaning and Definition of Religion2. Dharma as an Ultimate Path to reach ones Final Goal3. Social Harmony for a Peaceful Co-existence of Different Religions4. People’s Participation Towards Peace and Harmony in Society.

Bibliography

1. Bondurant J.V., Conquest of Violence-The Gandhian Philosophy of Conflict Resolution , Bombay, OUP 1959

2. Cantor, J, Ridding yourself of Psycho-Somatic Heath wreckers, Jaico Publishing House, Bombay, 1967.

3. Desrochers, J., Methods of Societal Analysis, Bangalore: Center for Social Action, 1975.

4. Diwakar, R, R., Satyagraha: The Pathway to Peace, Patna 1950.5. Pushparajan A., The Search for Peace: The Gandhian techniques: Nagpur, 1987.6. Pushparajan.A., The Ecological Worldview for a Just Society, Delhi: ISPCK,

19927. Zachariah, A., Nurturing Communities of Peace, Nagpur, India Peace Centre,

1989.

CH E06 Basic Concepts of Indian Philosophy and Spirituality Credits taken 2:2:0 = 4

1. The Goal of life 2. The Three fold paths and five fold Sheathes3. The Four Stages of life and Eight fold steps of Spiritual Discipline4. The Six fold view points

Bibliography

1. Amalorpava Dass, Indian Christian Spirituality, NBCLC, Bangalore, 1982.2. Bahm Arcie, The World’s living Religions, 1977.3. Jesuit Scholars, Religions, Hinduism, St. Paul Publication, 1964.

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4. Mahadevan, The Outlines of Hinduism, Chetana Limited, Bombay,1971.CH E07 Empowering and Empowered Leadership

Credits taken 2:1:1 = 4

1. Introduction to Christian Leadership and Biblical Images of Leadership2. The Challenge of Leadership: Leadership the Jesus Way.3. Empowering Leadership: Personal Guide to Self Empowerment.4. Empowerment Process: Strategy and Skills

Bibliography

1. Antony A. D’Souza, leaders for Today, Hope for Tomorrow, Haggai Institute, USA , 2001.

2. Bennis Warren, On Becoming a Leader, New York , Adison Wesley, 1989.3. Block, Peter, The Empowered Manager, Positive Political Skills at Work, San

Francisco, Jossey-Press, 1991.4. Covey Stephen R. Principle-Centered Leadership, New York, Simon &

Schuster, Fireside, 1992.5. Haggai, John Edmund, The Seven Secrets of Effective Business, Relationships,

London, Harper Collins, Publishers, 1999.6. Ramey, David, A, Empowering Leaders. Kansas city, Mo, Sheed & Ward,

1991.

CH E08 Communication, Spirituality and Theology Credits taken 2:1:1 = 4

1. Human Communication: Process, Models, Category.2. History of Communication3. Mass- Media, Group- Media , Multi-Media4. Communication Theology and Spirituality

Bibliography

1. Babin Pierre, The Audio-Visual Man, Dayton, Ohis, Pflaum 1970.2. Desmond A.D.Abreo, Voice to the People, Communication for social Change,

Culture and Communication, Madras Loyala College, 1990.3. Eilers Joseph, Introduction Church and Social Communication, 1986.4. Eiles Joseph Franz, Communication in Community.5. Gaston, Roberge, The Faithful Witness, On Christian Communication, Anand,

Gujarat Sahitya , Praskash, 1999.6. Jacob Parapally, Theologizing as Communication Towards A Communication

of Theology, Joseph Palakeel ed, Bangalore, Asian Trading Corporation , 2003.7. Martin, Carlo, Communicating Christ to the World, Philippine Edition, Manila,

Claretians, 1996.

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8. McLuhan Marshall, The Gutenberg, Making of Typographic Man, Toronto, University of Toronto Press, 1962.

9. McLuhan Marshall, The Medium is the Message, Bantam Books, London, 1967.

10. Saturino Dias Mario, Evangelization and Social Communication, St. Paul Publication, Delhi, 2000.

CH E09 Human Resource Management and Ethics Credits taken 2:2:0 = 4

1. Human Resource Management; History, Meaning and Definition2. Development Human Potential: Personal Resource Management3. Ethical Issues Related to Human Resource Management4. Bible and Management: Jesus the Human Resource management CEO

Bibliography

1. Amalorpavadass, D. The Indian church in the Struggle for a New Society, Bangalore, 1981.

2. C. Henry Peschke, S.V.D. Christian Ethics, Vol II TPI Bangalore, 1981.3. Kotter , John , P.A, A Force for Change : How Leadership Differs from

management, New York, The Free Press, 1990.4. Kouzes, James M., and Barry Z. Posner , The leadership Challenge: How to

Get extraordinary things done in Organizations, 2nd ed, San Francisco, Jossey, Ban, 1989.

5. Punnapadam, T, Justice as Spirituality, Bangalore. 1991.6. Robert C. Howley, Ed. D. and Isabel L. Howly, Ph.D., Developing Human

Potential, published by Asian Trading Corporation, Bombay, 1992. 7. Shaw, W, Contemporary Ethics, Oxford, 1999.8. Therukkattil George, The Claim of Justice in the third Millennium, JIP,

Bangalore, 1999.

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CH C06 Theology of liberation Credits taken 2:2:0 = 4

1. History of Liberation Theology2. Focus, Context, Feature main themes and Sources of Liberation Theology3. Biblical Theology for Liberation for India 4. Christology for India, the Jesus of Faith.

Bibliography

1. Azevedo Marcello, Basic Ecclesial Communities in Brazil, Wastington, D.C. George town , University Press.1987.

2. Boff, Clodovis, Theology and Praxis, Epistemological Foundations, Translated by Robert R. Barr. Maryknoll, Orbis 1987.

3. Boff, Leonardo, Jesus Christ, Liberator, A Critical Christology for our Time, Maryknoll, Orbis.1978.

4. Cook, Guillermo , The Expectation of the Poor, Latin American Basic Communities in Protestant Perspective, Maryknoll, Orbis, 1985.

5. Dussel , Enrique, A History of the Church in Latin America Colonialism to Liberation, Grand Rapids , Eerdmans, Philosophy of Liberation , Maryknoll, Orbis, 1985.

6. Gutierrez, Gustavo, A Theology of Liberation, History, Politics and Salvation (revised edition 1988) Maryknoll, Orbis, 1971.

7. Gutierrez, Gustavo, We drink from Our Own Wells, The Spiritual Journey of a People, Maryknoll, Orbis, 1984.

CH C07 Pauline Theology and Spirituality Credits taken 2:2:0 = 4

1. St. Paul – The Moral Pilgrim2. Pauline Theology3. Pauline Spirituality4. Apostle Paul the Daring Missionary

Bibliography

1. Chakkalakal Paul, Discipleship, A Space for Women’s Leadership? , Mumbai, Pauline Publications, 2004.

2. Chakkalakal Paul, Paul a Challenge to Christians Today, Bombay, St. Paul Publications 1992.

3. Ellis Peter F., Seven Pauline Letters, Collegeville, The Liturgical Press, 1984.

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4. Kizhakkeyil Sebastian, ed., St. Paul , His Apostolate, Vision and Theology , Ujjain, ISA Darsan Kendra , 2001.

5. Kizhakkeyil Sebastian, The Pauline Epistles, An Exegetical Study, Mumbai, St. Paul Publication, 2006.

6. Luke K., The TPI Companion to the Bible-Vol.II , Bangalore , Theological Publications in India 1994.

7. Montague George T., The Living Thought of St. Paul, Milwaukee, The Bruce Publication Company, 1966.

8. Siards Marion L., The Apostle Paul, An Introduction to His Writing and Teaching, New York, Paulist Press, 1987.

9. Thekkekara Mathew, The Face of Early Christianity, A Study of Pauline Letters, Bangalore, KJC Publication, 1988.

CH C08 Christianity and Inter-Religious Dialogue in India Credits taken 2:2:0 = 4

1. The Emerging Christian Theology of Inter-Religions Dialogue.2. The Uniqueness and Universality of Jesus Christ in the Context of Inter-

Religions Dialogue.3. The Christian Understanding of Other Religions, As a Result of Dialogue and

the Collective thinking of the Indian Church on Issue of IRD4. The Post-Conciliar Praxis of Dialogue at Christian Ashrams and Inter-Religious

Centres

Bibliography

1. Accattoli, L, John Paul II, A Biography, Mumbai, St. Paul Publication, 2001.2. Akbar, M.J., The Shade of Swords, Jihad and the Conflict between Islam and

Christianity, London, 2002.3. Amaladoss, M, Making Harmony, Living in a Pluralistic World , Chennai,

IDCR, 2003.4. Amaladoss, M, Making All Things New, Pluralism and Evangelization in Asia,

New York , Orbis Books, 1990.5. Ananda, A Hindu, Christian Dialogue, Indian Publication, 2005.6. Burrows, W.R., Redemption and Dialogue, Orbis Books, New York, 1993.7. Dhavamani, M. Interfaith Dialogue, Christianity and Other Religions, Editrice

Pontifica universita Gregoriana, Roma, 1994.8. Jackson.P., The Muslim of India, Theological Publication of India Bangalore,

1988.9. Singh, H.J., Inter-religious Dialogue, CISRS, Bangalore, 1967.10. Stanislaus, l, Prophetic Dialogue, Pune, Ishvani Kendra, 2003.

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CH C09 Dissertation Credits taken 0:2:6 = 8

CH OE03 Christian Mysticism in the Indian Context Credits taken 2:2:0 = 4

1. Introduction to Mysticism: Its Definition Characteristics, Scope and Methods2. Universal Call to Mysticism3. Hindu- Christian Meeting Point in Mysticism4. The Mystical Dimensions of: Contemporary Christian Mystics, Contemporary

Indian Mystics.

Bibliography

1. E. Allison Peers, Complete works of St. Teresa, Sheed and Ward, London, 1978.

2. Evelyn Underhill, Mysticism, One World Publications, Oxford, England 1993.3. Mysticism, Encyclopedia Britannica, Vol 15, Chicago William Benton, 1768.4. S.N. Dasgupta. Hindu Mysticism, Motilal Banarsidass, Delhi, 1987.5. Ursula King, Christian Mystics, Their Lives and Legacies throughout the Ages ,

Routlege, Taylor and Francis Group, London, 2001.6. Werner Karel (Ed) The Yogi and the Mystic Studies in Indian and Comparative

Mysticism, Curzon Press, Surrey, TW9. 2QA. 1989.

CH OE04 Indian Christian Theology Credits taken 2:2:0 = 4

1. Indian Acharyas and their teachings in the context of Renaissant India.2. Theology in the context of secular ideologies in India.3. Jesus vision of a new Society in the Indian Context4. Contemporary Christian attitude to other Religions

Bibliography

1. Amaladoss, T. K. John, Theologizing in India, Theological Publication in India, Bangalore, 1978.

2. Boyd Robin, Introduction to Indian Christian Theology, ISPCK, 1998.3. D.S. Amalarpavadass (ed), Church in the Indian Context, NBCLC, 1984.4. Soares Prabhu George, The Kingdom of God, Jnana Deepa , Poona, 1976.5. Thomas M.M., The Secular Ideologies of India and the Secular Meaning of

Christ, CLS, Madras, 1976.6. Wilfred Felix, Beyond settled Foundations, Department of Christian Studies.

University of Madras, 1993.

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CH E10 Research Methodology Credits taken 2:2:0 = 4

1. Introduction2. Scientific work3. Research Presentation 4. Writing the Research Report

Bibliography

1. Adams, John, The Students Guide, 8th ed, English University Press, London, 1950.

2. Albanch Ralph M, Thesis Writing, A Guide to Scholarly Style, Little field, Adams & Co, 1957.

3. Antony Joseph, Methodology for Research, TPI, Bangalore, 1986.4. Dominic, Methodology of Study and Scientific Work, Alwaye, 1965.5. John Peter S & Henry Jose, Methodology for Research, St. Peters Pontifical

Institute, Bangalore, 2003.6. Sebastian Periannan, Social Research Methodology, An Introduction,

Department of Christian Studies, University of Madras , Chennai, 2003.

CH E11 Social Concerns of Christianity Credits taken 2:2:0 = 4

1. Social Dimension in the New Testament.2. Social Teachings before II Vatican Council3. Social Teachings after the II Vatican Council4. Application in the Indian Context.

Bibliography

1. Barclay William, The Gospels and Acts, SCM Press, 1976.2. Derosche, The Social Teachings of the Church, NBCLC, Bangalore, 1986.3. Kelly William, Epistles of John, Sunbury, Pennsylvania, 1970.4. Marshall Howard, The Gospel of Luke, The Paternoster Press, 1978.5. Pathrapanka J. (ed) Service and Salvation, TPI, Bangalore, 1973.6. Taylor Michael, A Companion to John, Alba House, New York, 1977.7. The Social Encyclicals Witten by Popes from 1891.8. Wijngaards J.N.M., Background to the Gospel, TPI, Bangalore, 1981.

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CH E12 Culture and Christianity Credits taken 2:2:0 = 4

1. Origin and Development of the Concept of Culture2. Basic Components of Culture3. Basic Categories of Culture4. Attitude to Culture in the History of the Church

Bibliography

1. Amalorpavadass, Indian Christian Spirituality, NBCLC, Bangalore, 1982.2. Greestg Clifford, The Interpretation of Cultures, New York, Basic Books, 1973.3. Kraft Charles H., Christianity in Culture, Orbis Book, New York, 1980.4. Krocher and Kluckhan, Culture, A Critical Review of Concept and Definitions,

New York, 19525. Neibhur H.R., Christ and Culture, Harper and Row, New York, 1981.

CH E13 Spiritual Integration and Life-skills Credits taken – 2:1:1 = 4

1. Meaning of Spirituality2. Dynamics of Human Personality 3. Integration of Grace and Human Nature4. Life- skills for Spiritual Integration

Bibliography

1. Amalorpavadass, D.S. (ed): Indian Christian Spirituality, NBCLL, Bangalore, 1982.

2. Boff Leonardo, Liberating Garce, Orbis Book, New York, 1979.3. Robert C. Howley, Isbel L. Howley, Developing Human Potential , VOL,I&II.4. Van Kaam, Adrian, The Transcendent Self: Formative Spirituality, New Jersey,

1979.5. William Johnson, The Mirror Mind, Spirituality and Transformation, Collins,

Fount Paperbacks, 1983.

CH E14 Feminism and Social Leadership Credits taken 2:2:0 = 4

1. Feminist Hermeneutics and Women today2. Matriarchy Cults and Divine Feminism3. Women in the Bible and Spirituality of the Women Saints4. Feminism and Social Leadership

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Bibliography

1. Carroll Saussy, God Images and Self-Esteem – Empowering Woman in a Patriarchal Society, West Minister, John Knox Press, Kentucky, USA.1991.

2. Ernest Kurtz and Katherine Ketcham, The Spirituality of Imperfection, Story-telling and the Journey’s to Wholeness, Bantam, Books, 1994.

3. Joseph Sebastian, God as Feminine, Hindu and Christian Visions, A Dialogue, St. Paul’s Seminary Publication, Tiruchirappali, 1995.

4. Linda Hogan., From Woman’s Experience to Feminist Theology, Sheffield Academic Press, England, 1997.

5. Pope John Paul II , Mulierris Dignitatem, Apostolic letter of the Supreme Pontiff on Dignity and Vocation of Women, St. Paul Books ad, Media Publication, USA.1992.

6. Rosemary Radford Ruether, Sexism and God-Talk toward a Feminist Theology, Beacon Press, Boston, USA, 1983.

7. Virginia Ramsey Mollenkott, The Divine Feminine, The Biblical Imagery of God as Female, Crossroad, New York, 1994.

CH E15 Study of Major World Religions

Credits taken 2:1:1 = 4

1. General Introduction: Approaches to World Religions, through awareness and appropriation of stories

2. Role of Sacred Writings in World Religions through narrative history, parable and myth

3. Broad outlines of World’s Major Religious Traditions4. Subjective, Spiritual dimension of religions through Magnification,

Exemplification and appropriation of stories and human witness

Bibliography

1. Ignacz Goldzisher, Muslim Studies, Chicago, 1966.2. J.G. Frazer, The Golden Bough, 12.v. (3rd ed) London, 1911-15.3. Lenard J, Biallas, World Religions, A Story Approach, Twenty- Third

Publications, Mystic, Conneticut, 1991.4. Paul F, Knitter, Without Buddha, I Could not be a Christian, Oxford, 2009.5. S.J. Samartha, One Christ Many Religions, New York, Orbis Books, 1991.6. Terrence. J. Rynne, Gandhi and Jesus: The saving Power of Non-Violence,

Bangalore, Asian Trading Corporation, 2008.

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CH E16 Globalization and Ecology Credits taken 2:2:0 = 4

1. Meaning, Ideology, Historical look and Material factors of Globalization2. The Effects of Globalization in General – a Critical Look 3. Ecology and Ecological impacts of Globalization4. From Negative Globalization to Positive Globalization

Bibliography

1. Brij Gopal, P.S. Pathak, K.G Saxena, P.S. Ramaka, Ishwan, Ecology today, an anthology of Contemporary Ecological Research..

2. Hermane.Daly, Ecological Economics and the Ecology of Economics: Essays in Criticism.

3. Jan aart Scholte, Globalization: A Critical Introduction.4. Shashi Kumar, Human Ecology for Globalization, Human Ecology in Action.5. Steven Vertovec m Darrell Addison Posey, Globalization, Globalism,

Environment and Environmentalism, and Consciousness.

CH E17 Civil and Canon Law Regarding Marriage in Christianity Credits taken 2:2:0 = 4

1. Marriage- A Basic Human Right2. History of Canon Law and Civil law Regarding Marriage3. Christian marriage Laws in India4. Canon Laws Pertaining to Marriage.

Bibliography

1. G,Taylor,W.F.,Catholic Marriage Tribunal Procedure, The Theological Publications in India, Bangalore, 1981.

2. Geoffey Chapman, The Cannon Law, Letter and Spirit, Wellington House, London, 1995.

3. James A Coriden & Co, The Code of Cannon Law, A Text and Commentary, The Theological Publication in India, 1986.

4. John P. Beak &Co, The New Commentary on the Code of Cannon Law, The Theological Publication in India, Bangalore, 2005.

5. The Code of Cannon Law, The Theological Publication in India, 2005.6. William H. Woestman , OMI, Ecclesiastical Sanctions and Penal Process, A

Commentary on the Code of Canon Law, The Theological Publication in India, Bangalore, 2000.

7. William H. Woestman, OMI. (Ed), Simulations of Marriage Covenant, The Theological Publication in India, Bangalore, 2000.

8. William Woestman , OMI, Special Marriage cases, 3rd ed, The Theological Publication in India , Bangalore, 1995.

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CH E18 Inculturation in IndiaCredits taken 2:1:1 = 4

1. Introduction to Inculturation2. Bases of Inculturation3. Inculturation In Liturgy4. Inculturation in Spirituality ( 8 days of experience in Anjali Ashram)

Bibliography

1. D.S. Amalorpavadass, Gospel and Culture, NBCLC, Bangalore, 1982.2. D.S. Amalorpavadass, Indian Chrsitian Spirituality, NBCLC, Bangalore, 1982.3. Franz Xaver, Inter-Culturality, A Challenge for the Mission of the Church,

Asian Trading Corporation, Bangalore.4. Saldanha Julian, Inculturation, St.Paul’s Publication, Bangalore, 198715. Shorter A., Towards a Theology of Inculturation, London, Chapman, 1988.6. Soares Prabhu G., The New Testament as a Model of Inculturation, Jeevadhara,

1976.

CH E19 Communication, Media and Values Credits taken 2:1:1 = 4

1. Basic Human Communication 2. Communication and Culture3. Communication and its Mass- Media4. Communication , Values and Community

Bibliography

1. Cajilig.V O.P Hundred fold Harvest, Enjoyed, Lucky Press, Manila 1955.2. Eilers Joseph, Introduction Church and Social Communication, 1986.3. Eilers, Franz- Josef, ed, Church and social Communication in Asia , Manila,

Philippines,4. Eiles Joseph Franz, Communication in Community.5. Federation of Asia Bishops, Conferences of Social communication, 1999.6. Saturino Dias Mario, Evangelization and Social Communication, St. Paul

Publication, Delhi, 2000.

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ANNEXURE: MASTERS WITH HONORS

CH C10 Theology of Religions Credits taken 1:1:0 = 2

1. Christianity and Religions of the World, New insights and new activities2. Foundations for a Deeper Theology of Religions3. Religious Pluralism and the Salvific Value of the Religions.4. Plurality and its Theological Implication

Bibliography

1. Alan Race, Christian and Religious Pluralism, Orbis New York, 1982.2. Arnut, Camps, Partners in Dialogue, Orbis Book, N.Y,1983.3. Hick John and P.F. Knitter, The Myth of Christian Uniqueness, Orbis,N,Y

1987.4. P.F.Kmitter, No other Name? Orbis, N.Y. 19815. Panikkar R, Unknown Christ in Hinduism ATC, ATC, Bangalore, 1981.

CH C11 Biblical Anthropology Credits taken 1:1:0 = 2

1. General Introduction2. Human beings in the Old Testament3. Anthropology in the Synoptic Gospels and Johannine Writings4. Pauline Anthropology

Bibliography

1. Berkevitis, E., Man and God, Studies in Biblical Theology, Detrait, 1969.2. Fichtner, J., Man the Image of God A Christian Anthropology, Aasten Island,

N.Y. 1978.3. H.S. Raimanus, Concerning the Intention of Jesus and his Teaching, London,

1978.4. M. Vellanikal , The Divine Sonship.

CH C12 Dissertation Credits taken 0:2:6 = 8

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CH C13 Indian Christian Spirituality Credits taken 2:2:0 = 4

1. Introduction and Biblical Spirituality.2. History of Christian Spirituality3. Hinduism and its Important Elements for Indian Christian Spirituality4. Jainism, Buddhism, Sikhism, and their Elements for Christian Spirituality.

Bibliography

1. Aumann Jordan, Christian Spirituality, East and West, Westminster, 1987. 2. Aumann Jordan, Spiritual Theology, Huntington, 19803. Bouyer, Louys, Introduction to Spirituality, London, 1961.4. D.S. Amalorpavadass, Indian Christian Spirituality, NBCLC, Bangalore 1982.5. Holmes Urban T, Integral Spirituality, N.Y. 1990.6. Holmes, Urban T. A History of Christian Spirituality N.Y, 1968.7. Puthanangady Paul (ed) Sharing worship, NBCLC, Bangalore, 1988.

CH C14 Dissertation Credits taken 0:2:6 = 8

CH E20 Psychology of Religion Credits taken 2:2:0 = 4

1. Introduction2. The Nature of Religious attitude 3. The growth of Religious attitude4. Problems Particular to Religious attitude.

Bibliography

1. Allport, Gordon W., Pattern and Growth in Personality, N.Y. 1961.2. Allport, Gordon W., The Individual and his Religion, N.Y.19503. Goldman Ronald., Readiness for Religion: A Basis for Developmental

Religious Education, London, 1965.4. Gorman, Margaret (ed), Psychology and Religion, N.Y. 1985.

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CH E21 Background to the Gospels Credits taken 2:2:0 = 4

1. The Geography and Provinces of Palestine at the time of Jesus2. Socio Political Economic, Religious situation in Palestine at the time of Jesus.3. Titles of Jesus and their Old Testament Background 4. Salvific Function of Christ and Old Testament background

Bibliography

1. Cassidy Richard, Jesus, Politics and Society, A study of Luke’s Gospel, 1980.2. Jerome Biblical Commentary.3. Kilpatrick G.D. The Origin of the Gospel according to Matthew, Oxford ,1946. 4. Metzger Bruce M., The New Testament its Background growth and content,

Abingdon Press, 1965. 5. Ropa Daniel, Daily life in the time for Jesus, Howthrone, New York, 1962. 6. Wijngards J.N.M., Background to the Gospel, TPI, Bangalore, 1981.

CH E22 Theology of the Oriental Churches Credits taken 2:2:0 = 4

1. General Introduction to Oriental Churches2. General Characteristics of the Eastern Churches and Spirituality3. Theologizing in the Eastern Churches4. Salient Theological Features of the Vatican II decree on Catholic Eastern

Churches.

Bibliography

1. Atiya , A.S., History of Eastern Christianity, N.Y. 1980.2. Engellbert. C., Appreciation of Eastern Christianity, N.Y. 1972.3. Every N., The Eastern Catholic Liturgies, London, 1960.4. Madey, J., Orientalium Ecclesiarum More than Twenty Years After, Kottayam,

1987.5. Tisserant, E, Eastern Christianity in India, London, 1957.

CH E23 Theological Methods and Research Methods in Social Sciences Credits taken 2:2:0 = 4

1. Nature of Scientific Inquiry and Types of Research2. Elements and Process of Social Research 3. Data Collection and Analysis 4. Writing a Research Paper and Research Report

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Bibliography

1. Dasgupta, Sugata, Methodology for Social Science Research in India, Delhi, Impex India, 1967.

2. Descombe, M., The Good Research Guide for Small-Scale Research Projects, New Delhi, Viva Books Private Limited, 1999.

3. Fernandez, Walter, Participatory Research and Evaluation, Delhi, Indian Social Institute, 1999.

4. Moxley, J., Publish, Don’t Perish: The Scholar’s Guide to Academic Writing and Pubishing, New York, Praeger, 1992.

5. Sebastian Periannan S., Social Research Methodology, An Introduction, University of Madras, Department of Christian Studies, Chennai, 2003.

CH E24 Christian Classics and Great Christian Thinkers Credits taken 2:2:0 = 4

1. Spiritual/Mystical Classics - Bernard of Clairvaux, Meister Eckhart, Thomas a Kempis, Ignatius of Loyola, Frances de Sales, Catherine of Sienna and John of the Cross.

2. Autobiographical - Augustine of Hippo, Teresa of Avila, Therese of Lisieux, and Julian of Norwich.

3. Politics, Philosophy and Theology – Augustine of Hippo, Thomas Acquinas, and Albert the Great.

4. Poetic Writings – John Milton.

Bibliography

1. Albert and Thomas: Selected Writings, edited and translated by Simon Tugwell, OP, Classics of Western Spirituality, Paulist Press.

2. Augustine of Hippo: Selected Writings, translated and introduced by Mary T. Clark, Classics of Western Spirituality, Paulist Press.

3. Bernard of Clairvaux: Selected Works, translated and with a foreword by G.R. Evans, Classics of Western Spirituality, Paulist Press.

4. Blakely, Colin, Great Christian Thinkers: A Beginner's Guide to over 70 Leading Theologians Through the Ages, Hendrickson Publishers, 2000.

5. Küng, Hans, Great Christian Thinkers, The Continuum International Publishing Inc. New York, 2006.

6. McGrath, Alister E., A Cloud of Witnesses: Ten Great Christian Thinkers,

7. Paul de Jaegher and Donald Attwater, Christian Mystics of the Middle Ages: An Anthology of Writings, The Newman Press, Westminster, Maryland, 1950.

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REQUIREMENT FOR ADMISSION TO HONORS

1. Any Bachelor’s Degree from any recognized University.

2. A Bachelor’s Degree in Philosophy / Theology from any Theological

Institute/ Seminary.

REQUIREMENT FOR ADMISSION TO

MASTERS WITH HONORS

1. A Master’s Degree in Christianity from any University

2. A Master’s Degree in Theology / Philosophy from any Theological

Institute /Seminary

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SEMESTER-WISE DISTRIBUTION OF THE COURSES

Paper Covered Core Elective Open Elective

Dissertation Credits

Honors I Semester 12 08 04 --- 24II Semester 08 08 --- --- 16

Masters I Semester 08 08 04 --- 20II Semester 04 04 --- 08 16

MastersWith Honors

I Semester 04 04 --- 08 16II Semester 04 04 --- 08 16

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UNIVERSITY OF MYSORE DEPARTMENT OF STUDIES IN CHRSITANITY, MANASAGANGOTRI, MYSORE

MG/DC - /2009-2010 Dated: 24-02-2010

From:Dr.Valindin Rajendra KumarChairperson BOSPh.9448547020To,

The RegistrarUniversity of MysoreMysore

Sir,Sub: Change in Credit Based Syllabus Chart (3 pages)Ref: 1. Lt. No. MGDC/152/2009-2010, Dt.12-01-2010

Ref: 2. Registrar Lt. No.UA2/227(20)/2009-2010, Dt. 02-02-2010.****************************

In the Proceedings of the meeting 2009-2010, we had enclosed the newly framed Credit Based Syllabus, in which the above mentioned three pages, Nos 14, 15, 16 of the syllabus Chart needs corrections. Hence, herewith we are enclosing the corrected one. Kindly accept this as the final draft and delete the former one handed over to you on 12-01-2010.

Thanking you very much,

Yours faithfully,

(DR.VALINDIN RAJENDRA KUMAR)

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