This course explores the life and vision of Howard Thurman from the perspective of "Thurman as an interpreter." Scholars traditionally label Thurman a mystic prophet, a sage, a pastor, a preacher, and an activist, but this class studies Thurman as an interpreter of texts, contexts, and religious experiences. It takes a unique journey through Thurman's spoken and written words to examine his interpretive actions as a religious leader and reflect on our interpretation practices. Some of the questions the course will seek to answer include: (1) What is Thurman interpreting' (2) How is Thurman interpreting' (3) To what end does Thurman interpret' (4) What does Thurman's model teach us about our practices of interpretation in service to our leadership functions' (cluster 1 & cluster 2)

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