5 courses with the subject PHI, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
PHI 232Introduction to Philosophy3
SPRING A systematic approach is used in the analysis of philosophical problems. The course will examine and evaluate alternative solutions to classic philosophical issues, including the existence of God, the problem of evil, and the nature of knowledge.
FALL and SPRING Based upon a survey of philosophical, biblical, and theological backgrounds, the process of making moral decisions will be examined. Values grounded in biblical principles will be applied to personal conduct and to social problems such as euthanasia, poverty, environmental issues and the church’s social responsibility. Students will be encouraged to address issues related to their major. (Cross-listed as THE 333X )
THE 231 or THE 331 or THE 332 or consent of the instructor
PHI 334XApologetics3
Arranged by Department Components of non-Christian worldviews will be compared with a Christian perspective. Various attempts to verify Christian truth will be presented, including both empirical and philosophical evidence. Students will be encouraged to examine and refine their own worldview based on Christian principles. The relationship between apologetics and evangelism will also be discussed. (Cross-listed as THE 334X )
THE 231 or THE 331 or THE 332 or consent of the instructor
PHI 340XIntroduction to Islam3
SPRING An introductory study of the background, theology, structure, practices and historical development of Islam. Special emphasis will be placed upon the Quran, the life of Muhammad, and modern day expressions of Islam. Also included is a comparison of Islam and Christianity with an emphasis upon building bridges in order to communicate the gospel to the Islamic world. (Cross-listed as ICS 340X ) Offered alternate years (even)
Arranged by Department An intensive, supervised investigation of a philosophical topic by an individual student. Enrollment and topic selection are by the permission of the instructor and chair of the Humanities and Social Studies Department.