Syllabus for Roster(s):
- 16Sp ARTH 3591-004 (CGAS)
In the UVaCollab course site: Pagans and Christians
Course Description (for SIS)
ARTH 3591 Pagans and Christians in Late Antiquity
Meets: Mon-Wed 3:30-4:45
This seminar explores the interaction between pagans and Christians in the Late Roman Empire (2nd- 6th c AD). We will study both pagan and Christian monuments and examine their role in the transformation of Late Roman cities and in shifting sacred topographies. We will also focus on Christian attitudes towards pagan monuments to explore the impact of pagan art and architecture in the making of Christian masterpieces.