Christian Heritage: Overview

Getting Started

When conducting research in Christian Heritage, there are several kinds of information you may need:

• Background information on the historical figures and time periods
• Primary texts in different versions and translations
• Scholarly research on historical topics and figures found in peer-reviewed journal articles, essay collections, and monographs

Selecting a Topic

Before diving into research, it is important to choose a specific topic that interests you.

• Browse through reference works to identify interesting people, places, and ideas.
• Did a specific person from the syllabus seem interesting?
• Do you often return to questions about a specific doctrine? 
• You will want to have a good idea of the historical context.

Examples Sources for Browsing