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Alumni are capable to present the importance of the Bible and of Christianity in overcoming archaic myths and in critically appraising political scapegoat mechanisms; they are able to critically apply these insights.

Some imagine Satan as a horned devil, the streaming series casts him as a quite likable, though egomaniacal bon vivant. According to R. Girard’s theory he is a social mechanism, which rules this world in mythology and politics, unless it is overcome. That, Girard claims, occurred in Christ’s passion. His theory sheds light on notions as salvation through the cross, religious sacrifice, and modernity’s concern for victims.

Readings, presentations, and discussion.

Discussion, presentation and written summary.

Girard, René. I See Satan Fall Like Lightning. [Je vois Satan tomber comme l’éclair]. Translated by James G. Williams. Maryknoll, NY: Orbis Books, 2001.

For Bachelor's Programme Catholic Religious Education (2021): positive evaluation of compulsory module 1 of the first part of the study programme.

For Diploma Programme Catholic Theology (2021): positive evaluation of compulsory module 1 of the first part of the study programme.