An introduction to the terminology, issues, and challenges pertinent to
the practice of and the theological reflection on spirituality in the
Christian tradition. A survey of the main elements of spirituality in
the Hebrew Scriptures, the Synoptics, the Pauline and Johannine
corpuses. Aspects of spirituality in Christian Antiquity, the Middle
Ages, the Reformation Period and contemporary times. Special attention
given to the spirituality of Benedict of Nursia, Francis of Assisi,
Ignatius of Loyola, Teresa of Jesus, John of the Cross and Pierre
Teilhard de Chardin. Christian vocation. Principles of
spiritual direction and discernment. A theological synthesis of the
personal spiritual journey.