“The Book of Genesis,” A Non-Credit Course, Winter Quarter 2011
Cobb Lecture Hall, Room 409, *note change in room*
Paul Mankowski, SJ (Pontifical Biblical Institute in Rome)
Intended for university students, faculty, and recent graduates. Others interested in attending, please contact info@lumenchristi.org
Thursday, February 3
Genesis 12-22: “Abraham: Reckoned unto Him as Righteousness”
The story of Abraham and Sarah is the story of a divine promise, which is at once a burden and a source of hope. What is meant to be taught by Abraham’s obedience in the sacrifice of Isaac? To be discussed: does the Old Testament understand faith as a virtue?
