AUGSBURG SEMINARY 11 COURSES 0F INSTRUCTION. ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE. The Seminary is fully aware of the importance of a thore v-ugh and efficient training in the English language. Not only should those who yet hold Norwegian as their muLher tongue have full command of English. but also... Show moreAUGSBURG SEMINARY 11 COURSES 0F INSTRUCTION. ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE. The Seminary is fully aware of the importance of a thore v-ugh and efficient training in the English language. Not only should those who yet hold Norwegian as their muLher tongue have full command of English. but also should lliat growing class of boys whose mother tongue is English be given full opportunity to [rain themselves in its effective use. The problem- ol’ teaching Norwegian-horn boys English idiom and expression is being solved by those. methods which the. long e'xpefleuce of the Seminary has found most helpful. and the larger demands of the American'almru ele; ment are taken care of by the enlargement of cugiurses from time to time, Cdurse I. Grammar: Elements of the Sentence. Read- ing and spelling drills. Orthoepy.—First Preparatory I and II.—Daily recitations. Course II. Grammar: The Parts of Speech. Reading and spelling drills, Language work—Second Preparatory I and II.—Daily recitations. Course III. Elocution and Reading: Third Preparatory 1_ Daily recitations. Course IV. Grammar: Review, Letter-writing and Business Forms. Daily recitations.—Third Preparatory II. Buehler’s Modern English Grammar used in all classes of the Preparatory Department. Course V. First Year Rhetoric and Composition. Eng— lish classicsstudy of one of the following dramas: Mac— beth. Merchant of Venice, Julius Caesar. Two works for general reading. Weekly composition and other written work: based on reading. Daily recitations.—Freshman I. Course VI. First Year Rhetoric and Composition. Eng— lish classics; study of one of the following: Milton’s Minor Poems, Vision of Sir Launfal, Tennyson’s The Princess. Written work. Daily recitations.—Freshman II. Merkley’s Modern Rhetoric used. Course VII. Second Year Rhetoric; description, narra- liou. exposition, argumetation, and persuasion. English classics: Macaulay’s Essay on Milton, or Bunyan’s Pilgrim’s Progress. “Fritten work based on reading. Two works for general reading. Daily recitations.—Sophomore I. Course VIII. Second Year Rhetoric; same as course VII. English classics; Burke’s Conciliation with America. Debat— ing. Daily recitations.—Sophomore II. Course IX. History of English Literature. A first—hand acquaintance with representative works of the great authors is sought besides a knowledge of the text used. Essays. Four hours a week—Junior I and II. Text: Moody and Lovett’s History of English Literature. Show less
AUGSBURG SEMINARY 17 , PHYSIOLOGY. A general course in anatomy, physiology and hygiene, including an elementary study of cells and tissues, organs and their functions, as well as practical hygiene. The diges— tive. circulatory. respiratory and nervous systems are nearer— f‘ttlly studied. The laws... Show moreAUGSBURG SEMINARY 17 , PHYSIOLOGY. A general course in anatomy, physiology and hygiene, including an elementary study of cells and tissues, organs and their functions, as well as practical hygiene. The diges— tive. circulatory. respiratory and nervous systems are nearer— f‘ttlly studied. The laws [if health are cliscuised. the atim being- to point nut constantly the everyday applications of lite principles. of physiology. W‘alkers Revise-:1 Physiology used text—bumk, supplemented by n'tanikin. charts. sketches and natural speeimcns trawl for illustration: col— lateral reading. and lectures. 5 times a wee-k..—Thirrl Free paratory I and II. RELIGION. Augsburg Seminary is strictly a religiané institution, founded and supported by Christian men and women for the distinct purpose of educating ministers fit for the work in free Lutheran churches. And as all those interested in the institution Firmly believe that Christian experience is the one lhing needed for all men. and that godliness is profitable unto all tl‘tin‘gs. so they consider religirms instruction as necessary and essential to a sound and safe development of a gutting man. especially at College. AI, Augsburg Seminary. there-alum, titer-e: are not only regular devotional exercises, prayer meetings. missionary meetings. etc. but tell: nus in— struction forms an essential part of each of- the courses of the seminary. It begins in the Ist Preparatory Class with a review of the Explanation of Luther's catechism and the small Bible. History sci well known in all Norwegian homes and churches because used as text books in Lutheran Sunday schools and in the confirmation classes. Text books and instruction are in Norwegian. In the 2nd Preparatory Class is used- a larger book on Bible History so as to give the students a better idea of the way of God and the divine revel— ation in its successive development. Text book and instruc- tion in Norwegian. In the 3rd Preparatory Class the religi— ous instruction is in English and as text book is used the Explanation of Luther’s catechism (English translation by Prof. Urseth), the idea being to review this simple and yet profound representation of the way of salvation and at the same time familiarize the students with the religious terms in the English language. In the Greek Department, the religious instruction consists first in studying Bible History in English in the Ist class; Church History in the 2nd class, The New Testament in the original in the 3rd class, and reviewing Explanation and Church History in the senior class, Thus thruout the whole preparatory and classical course religious instruction is given a prominent place in the curriculum. and at the same time it is the serious aim of all the teachers to make the instruction profitable to the mind and heart of the pupils. Show less
AUGSBURG SEMINARY 9 EXPENSES. The expenses for. one year are abOut as follows: Tuition‘ $3 per term, including room rem. N0 deduction is made to students rooming flute side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..$30.oo Board at $2.00 a week for. 3'0 weeks” . . . ... Show moreAUGSBURG SEMINARY 9 EXPENSES. The expenses for. one year are abOut as follows: Tuition‘ $3 per term, including room rem. N0 deduction is made to students rooming flute side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..$30.oo Board at $2.00 a week for. 3'0 weeks” . . . . . . . .. 60.00 Beoks‘,etc...... . . . . . . . . . . . . , . . . . . . . . .. 23.00 $115.00 Incidentals.—Each student deposits on entrance a fee of two dollars for incidental expenses. What is not used will be returned at the end of the school—year. Theological students and seniors in the Greek Depart- ment pay no tuition. All dues are payable in advance at the beginning of each term. The students have conducted a boarding club since 1872, the necessary accommodations being furnished by the school. TERMS. The school year is divided into two terms, the first beginning October Ist continues till Christmas, the second beginning January 15‘; closes the first week in May. DAILY ROUTINE. The school is in session from 8:00 A. M. to I :00 P. M. five days each week. Morning prayers led by one of the professors are held in the Seminary Chapel at .7 :45 A. M., Saturdays at 8:00 A. M. The students observe study hours after 4 :00 P. M. EXAMINATIONS. Examinations far the Greek and Preparatory Depart ‘— ments are held the first week in Ma}: Commencement is held in the Seminary Chapel at the close of the week. Exait-Iinatious in the Theological Department are. held the last ten days of B‘Iay. They consist of written work in the five following branches: Old Testament, New Testa— ment, Dogmatics, Church History, and Practical Theol- ogy. The oral examinations follow, and are conducted by a committee composed of the theological faculty and um filel‘nllfl’s selected. by the faculty. The degree of Candidatus Tbeologjse is conferred upon the successful Candidates. Show less
AUGSBURG SEMINARY 3 INTRODUCTORY. The aim of Augsburg Seminary is the education of ministers, qualified for work in a free Lutheran Church. As soon as a young man enters Augsburg Seminary, he at once finds himself surrounded by religious influences, tending to lead him and guide him in his... Show moreAUGSBURG SEMINARY 3 INTRODUCTORY. The aim of Augsburg Seminary is the education of ministers, qualified for work in a free Lutheran Church. As soon as a young man enters Augsburg Seminary, he at once finds himself surrounded by religious influences, tending to lead him and guide him in his intellectual development and his spiritual growth, so that during those precious years of youthful enthusiasm he may by earnest study and religious consecration become fitted and strengthened for the hard work and self—sacrificing life of a Christian minister. The example of the Master him- self and his first devoted followers is daily set before the students in order that they may become imbued with the Truth and its saving power, and be filled with the desire to declare it before all men in order to satisfy the greatest wants of the human soul. Spiritual life and Christian character are considered of infinitely higher importance than mere knowledge. N 0 amount of reading, no memorizing of facts, no mental or intellectual ability are of any real value to the Christian minister without personal experience of saving grace and firm and manly conviction of the truth as it is in Jesus. At the same time there is needed the most thorough study of the Word of God, and no branch of human knowledge, which may prepare the student for his special work, or be helpful to him in it, can be considered indifferent- It is also an essential principle of Augsburg Seminary, that no so—called higher education, which tends to develop aristocratical or hierarchical tendencies among the stud- ents,,is Christian in character or in accordance with the highest interests of a free people and its institutions. It is necessary always to retain the Christian conceptlon of true greatness: “Whosoever will be chief among you, let him be your servant,” and not use higher education as a means of introducing any caste-division among the people and especially of causing any estrangement be— tween ministers and the believers in the church. Show less
14 AUGSBURG SEMINARY Course IV. Ancient History. Oriental, Greek. and Roman history to B. C. I33. Special attention is given to the following topics: Phoenicia and Lydia as the connecting links between Asiatic and Graeco—Roman civilization—the Graco—Persian wars, the diffusion of Hellenic culture... Show more14 AUGSBURG SEMINARY Course IV. Ancient History. Oriental, Greek. and Roman history to B. C. I33. Special attention is given to the following topics: Phoenicia and Lydia as the connecting links between Asiatic and Graeco—Roman civilization—the Graco—Persian wars, the diffusion of Hellenic culture through the conquests of Alexander the Great, and the historical significance of these conquests, 5 times a week—Freshman I and II. Course V.—Roman history continued and completed to 476 A. D., and the history of the Middle Ages. The follow- ing topics receive special attention: Rome as the world’s teacher in government and politics; the Municipium; the Roman Empire as the greatest political idea before the French Revolution; the Elements of European Civilization; Institutional Christianity; Mediaevalism: a) political and social in Feudalism, b) industrial and socio—political in the Free Cities, c) intellectual in Scholasticism, d) moral and religious in the Monastic Orders. The New Age growing out of Mediaevalism through the Revival of Learning, the Great Discoveries and Inventions, the formation of national governments, languages, and vernacular literatures. 4 times a week, Sophomore I and II. Course VI.—Modern History. Special attention is given to the following topics: the discovery of America and its historical significance; the Reformation Era; the Catholic Reaction; the Thirty Year’s War; the French Revolution; colonial expansion, commerce and industrialism; the new principles and forces of society; the modern state idea. 4 times a week—Junior I and II. Course VII.—History of the Scandinavian countries, that of Norway being given particular attention. 4 times a week. —Senior I and II. LATIN. The Latin language‘is sturlicd, firsL nu. account of its great influence on English language and lit-teraH‘irc, and secondly because of its precision and curacy. which give excellent opportunity for grammatical discipline. The student is drilled thoroughly on inflections, word formation, and syntax, and special attention is given to words that have been adopted into English. The aim, on the whole, is to make the study of Latin, not a mere occomplishment, but a useful discipline which may be of practical advantage to the student in his future work. The following courses are offered:— Course I.—Elementary. Bennett’s Latin Lessons and Bennett’s Latin Grammar. 5 times a week—Sophomore I and II. Course II.—Selcctione fr‘rfrm Roman History, Viri Romae, Nepos, and Caesar. Ru‘nlfi: and Dennison’s Junior Latin Book. Bennett’s- Grammar, and, Bennett’s Latin Composi— tion. 5 times a we:rzl<.=Juniur I and II. Show less
18 AUGSBURG SEMINARY THEOLOGICAL DEPARTMENT COURSES. Every Year. Hebrew2—Two times a week with Junior Class. W. H. Green’s Elementary Hebrew Grammar.—Sverdrup. Preaching:—In Norwegian; once a week for Junior Class-— Sverdrup. COURSE I. (Every Third Year, 1904-1905). Old Testament—Introduction;... Show more18 AUGSBURG SEMINARY THEOLOGICAL DEPARTMENT COURSES. Every Year. Hebrew2—Two times a week with Junior Class. W. H. Green’s Elementary Hebrew Grammar.—Sverdrup. Preaching:—In Norwegian; once a week for Junior Class-— Sverdrup. COURSE I. (Every Third Year, 1904-1905). Old Testament—Introduction; Pentateuch ahd Joshua.— Sverdrup. New Testamentz—The Gospel according to Mark, synopti— cally; the Epistles of Paul, historically. Church History:—The Acts of the Apostles, and the History of the Early Church to the Middle Ages. Dogmaticsz—Theology and Anthropology.—Sverdrup. COURSE II. (Every Third Year 1905—1906). Old Testament:—Historical Books and Jeremiah, Isaiah, or Ezekiel alternatively.—Sverdrup. New Testamentz—The Gospel of Luke, Epistle to the Romans, and the Galatians, or to the Colossians, and the Ephesians alternatively. Church Historyt—I. and II. Corinthians, I_ Peter, I. Thes— ialonians; History of the Church through the Middle ges. Dogmatics:—Sverdrup. Homiletics:—Sverdrup. COURSE III. (Every Third Year, 1903-1904). Old Testament—The Psalms; Matthew; the Epistle of James and Epistle to the Hebrews; Connections between the Old and the New Testament.—Sverdrup. New Testament:—The Gospel of J0hn.—Ofteda1. Church History:—II. Peter; Jude; II. Thessalonians; His- tory of the Church after the Reformation.—Oftedal. Symbolics and the Symbolical Books of the Norwegian Lutheran Church.—Sverdrup. By the English Professor in Theology. (1903—1904). Pastoral Theology:—Three times per week. Pericopesz—Two times per week. ‘ Bible Reading and Study of English Bible Style :—Two times per week. Preachingz—Once per week.—Urseth. Outline of Courses of Study. Figures refer to number of recitations per week. PREPARATORY DEPARTMENT. First Year. English 5 Geography 4 Norwegian 5 Religion 3 Arithmetic 5 Penmanship 2 United States History 4 Music 2 Show less
10 AUGSBURG SEMINARY LIBRARIES. The Seminary Library enntains about L500 volumes. lat-11.1131, a library begun in [83:63 and owned by the students, contains over 1,500 volumes of the best English and Nor-i wegian literature. Reading rooms for magazines and daily and weekly newspapers... Show more10 AUGSBURG SEMINARY LIBRARIES. The Seminary Library enntains about L500 volumes. lat-11.1131, a library begun in [83:63 and owned by the students, contains over 1,500 volumes of the best English and Nor-i wegian literature. Reading rooms for magazines and daily and weekly newspapers aremaintained. The library is open every day to all students. SOCIETIES. Several societies aside from those for debating, which form a part of the regular work in every class, have been organized. Among these are: The Student’s Union, which meets the last Friday of each month; An association organized in 1879 to care for the sick; A missionary society, organized in 1885, which has awakened among the students a remarkable interest both in Home and Foreign Missions; Idun Library Association; The Prohibition League, which meets once a week. AUGSBURG ECHO is published monthly by the students and is edited by a Board elected by them. The subscription price is 50 cents per year in advance. ALUMNI ASSOCIATION. The Augsburg Seminary Alumni Association held its first meeting in May. 1891. Its annual meeting is held the day following commencement. The Association aims to unite the graduates and keel": up their interest in their Alma Mater. ANNOUNCEMENT. The Theological Department opens September 15, 1904. Entrance Examinations to the Greek Department Sep— tember 30, 1904. The Greek and Preparatory Departments open October I, 1904. Show less
AUGSBURG sEMINARY 17 'course includes the use of, logarithms, the solution of triangles and trigonometrical equations and identities. Some time will be devoted to the solution of practical problems. 45 periods. Freshman II. BOTANY. An elementary study of plant morphology, plant physio— logy and... Show moreAUGSBURG sEMINARY 17 'course includes the use of, logarithms, the solution of triangles and trigonometrical equations and identities. Some time will be devoted to the solution of practical problems. 45 periods. Freshman II. BOTANY. An elementary study of plant morphology, plant physio— logy and ecology, including such topics as the seed and its 7 germination, growth and function of roots, stem, buds, leaves etc.; the flower and its organs, pollination, fruit; a micro- scopical study of plant structure; classification of plants, the struggle for existence and general distribution of plants. Bergen’s Elements of Botany is used as text-book, supple- mented by botanical charts. 5 times a week. Third Prepar— atory, II term. GEOGRAPHY. Course I. Mathematical, and political geography of the American continent, with special reference to the United States. Considerable emphasis is laid on the study of physi- cal conditions and natural resources, pointing out how they determine the distribution of inhabitants, growth of indus— tries, and the peculiar character of social institutions. Tarr and McMurry’s Complete Geography is used as text—book, supplemented by lectures, collateral reading, re- ports, and map-drawing. 4 times a week. First Preparatory I and II. Course II. Descriptive, political and commercial geo- graphy of the Old World. The Scandinavian countries, espe- cially Norway, are studied more in detail. The course in- cludes a final review of the industrial activitiy of the leading countries, and a statistical survey of the area, population, and principal products of foreign countries as compared with the United States. Text—book, Tarr and McMurry’s Complete Geography, supplemented by geographical readers, reports and lectures. Considerable attention is given to map-drawing. 4 times a week. Second Preparatory 1. Course III. Physical Geography, comprising a study of the earth as a globe, the atmosphere, the ocean, the lands, plains and plateaus, mountains, volcanos; rivers, lakes and valleys; deserts and glaciers, shorelines, the distribution of organic forms, and the influence of geographic surroundings on human life and character. Davis’ Elementary Physical Geography is used as text- book, supplemented by references to the U. S. Geological Survey, the Geological Survey of Minnesota, and other standard works. A collection of rocks and minerals, fOSSils, etc., are always at hand for illustration. 4 times a week. Second Preparatory H. r Show less
HUbbEfiU‘HG fifiiL-LEE .fIiC'railJ-ES v 4- s , /'\' “Yv— AUGSBURG SEMINARY 5 INTRODUCTORY. The aim of Augsburg Seminary is the education of ministers, qualified for work in a free Lutheran Church. As soon as a young man enters Augsburg Seminary, he at once finds himself surrounded by religious... Show moreHUbbEfiU‘HG fifiiL-LEE .fIiC'railJ-ES v 4- s , /'\' “Yv— AUGSBURG SEMINARY 5 INTRODUCTORY. The aim of Augsburg Seminary is the education of ministers, qualified for work in a free Lutheran Church. As soon as a young man enters Augsburg Seminary, he at once finds himself surrounded by religious influences, tending to lead him and guide him in his intellectual development and his spiritual growth, so'that during those precious years of youthful enthusiasm he may by earnest study and religious consecration become fitted and strengthened for the hard work and self—sacrificing life of a Christian minister. The example of the Master him— self and his first devoted followers is daily set before the students in order that they may become imbued with the Truth and its saving power, and be filled with the desire to declare it before all men in order to satisfy the greatest wants of the human soul. Spiritual life and Christian oharacter are considered of infinitely higher importance than mere knowledge. No amount of reading, no memorizing of facts, no mental or intellectual ability are of any real value to the Christian minister without personal experience of saving grace and firm and manly conviction of the truth as it is in Jesus. At the same time there is needed the most thorough study of the Word of God, and no branch of human knowledge which may prepare the student for his special work, or be helpful to him in it, can be considered indifferent. It is also an essential principle of Augsburg Seminary, that no so-called higher education which tends to develop aristocratiCal or hierarchical tendencies among the stud— ents, is Christian in character or in accordance with the highest interests of a free people and its institutions. It is necessary always to retain the Christian conception of true greatness: “‘Whosoever will be chief among you, let him be your servant,” and not use higher education as a means of introducing any caste-division among the people and especially of causing any estrangement be— tween ministers and the believers in the church. Show less
10 AUGSBURG SEMINARY ents in the upper classes who desire exercise in order to build up their general health. SOCIETIES. Several societies aside from those for debating, which form a part of the regular work in every class, have. been organized. Among these are: The Student’s Union, which meets... Show more10 AUGSBURG SEMINARY ents in the upper classes who desire exercise in order to build up their general health. SOCIETIES. Several societies aside from those for debating, which form a part of the regular work in every class, have. been organized. Among these are: The Student’s Union, which meets the last Friday of each month; _ The Augsburg Medical Aid Society, organized in 1879, is an organization for the mutual aid of members in case of sickness. It has charge of the bathrooms. Students who room at the Seminary and pay a fee of 50 cents per semester may become members, and as such they are entitled to free use of the baths, and, in case of sick— ness, to free medical attendance, provided, that no student may receive aid exceeding $15 in any one school year; _ A missionary society, organized in 1885, which has awakened among the students a remarkable interest both in Home and Foreign Missions; Idun Library Association; The Prohibition League, which meets once a week. THE AUGSBURG BAND was organized in 1904 and now consists of 21 members. During the first year of its existence it made fine progress and awakened an interest in instrumental music which is still increasing. Nearly all the members remained to the end of the term and thus kept the organization intact. Boys who play band instruments, brass or reed, and who come to Augsburg next year, will stand a good chance to become members and thus add also to their musical edu— cation. AUGSBURG ECHO is published monthly by the students and is edited by a Board elected by them. The subscription price is 50 cents per year in advance. ALUMNI ASSOCIATION. The Augsburg Seminary Alumni Association held its first meeting in May, 1891. Its annual meeting is heid the day following commencement. The .‘Xssociation aims to unite the graduates and keep up their interest in their Alma Mater. Show less
14: AUGSBURG SEMINARY LATIN. The Latin language is studied, first on account of its great influence on English language and literature, and secondly becauSe of its precision and accuracy, which give excellent opportunity for grammatical discipline. The student is drilled thoroughly on inflections,... Show more14: AUGSBURG SEMINARY LATIN. The Latin language is studied, first on account of its great influence on English language and literature, and secondly becauSe of its precision and accuracy, which give excellent opportunity for grammatical discipline. The student is drilled thoroughly on inflections, word formation, and syntax, and special attention is given to words that have been adopted into English. The aim, on the whole, is to make the study of Latin, not a mere accomplishment, but a useful discipline which may be of practical advantage to the student in his future work. The following courses are offered:— Course I. Elementary. Bennett’s Latin Lessons and Bennett’s Latin Grammar. 5 times a week. Sophomore I and II. Course II. Selections from Roman History, Viri Romae, Nepcrs, and Caesar. Rolfe and Dennison’s Junior Latin Book. Bennett’s Grammar, and Bennett’s Latin Composi- tion. 5 times a week. Junior I ,and II. Course III. Cicero: Selections from the Orations, with special Study of Roman oratory. Review of grammar. Ben- nett’s Latin Composition completed. Lectures on Roman Literature. 5 times a Week. Senior I and II. NORWEGIAN LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE. The aim of the six year’s course in Norwegian is to teach students to read, write and speak the language cor— rectly and fluently and get a general and thorough knowledge of the history of Danish and Norwegian literature. Course I. Study of the sentence and the parts of speech, dictation, reading. 5 times a week. First Preparatory I and II. Course II. Syntax, dictation, reading. 5 times a week. Second Preparatory I and IL Course III. Review of Grammar, orthography, dictation, composition work (translation, paraphrasing, etc), analysis. 5 times a week. Freshman I and II. Course IV. Rhetoric, compositions—Tonnesen’s Larebog i Norsk Stil. Part II, used as text book. Critical reading of standard authors. 4 times a week. Sophomore I and II. Course V. Compositions, critical reading of standard authors of Danish and Norwegian Literature. 3 times a week. Junior I and II. Course VI. History of Danish and Norwegian Literature. Reading of Authors. 2 times a week. Senior I and II. HISTORY. This most important study is followed through the whole preparatory and college curriculum, and at every point special Show less
18 AUGSBURG SEMINARY PHYSICS. Elementary physics, including recitations, solution of problems, and practical demonstrations of the fundamental laws of nature. Carha’rt and Chute’s High School Physics is uSed text book, supplemented by other work on the subject. The el'emem-ary principles of... Show more18 AUGSBURG SEMINARY PHYSICS. Elementary physics, including recitations, solution of problems, and practical demonstrations of the fundamental laws of nature. Carha’rt and Chute’s High School Physics is uSed text book, supplemented by other work on the subject. The el'emem-ary principles of mechanics, sound, light, heat, mag- netism and electricity, are verified by simple experiments in the laboratory. 5 times a week. Third Preparatnry land II. PHYSIOLOGY. A general course in anatomy, physlnlwéy and hygiene: including an elementary Study m?- cells and tissues. The diges- tivea circulatory. resPEram-ry and nervous systems are care—r full)" studied. The laws of health are disuussecl, the igrim being to point out El'M‘lSmfll‘lIl}? the crew—clay applicatinns Hi the principles of physinlngy. “(alleges Revised Physiology is used as textwbnek, supplemented by maeikin. charts, sketches and 'rmmral specimens used for illustrativms: pole lateral reading and lectures. 5 times a week. Third Fre— paratory I. RELIGION. Augsburg Seminary is Strictly a religiuus institution-t founded and supper-ted ll]: Christian men and wnmm for the distinct purpose {if educating. ministers fit for the work in free Lutheran churches. And as all those interested in the institution firmly believe that Christian expefience is the one thing needed for all men, and that gfldliness is profitable 1mm all things. so they consider religious iii-Structian pas necesssn' and essential to a sound and. safe development of a young man, especially at college. At Augsburg Seminary, therefme. there are not only regular dm’atlfln‘al exercises; prayer meetings! missionary meetings. ere... but religious ins stinttioii farms an essential part of each at the courses (3,”? the seminary. It begins in the let Preparerury Class with a5 review of the Explanation of Luther’s Catechism and the small Bible Iii-Story so well known in all Norwegian, homes and churches because used asz-tcxt books in Lutheran Sunday schools and in the cutlfirmmicm classes. Tacit bucks and instruction are- in‘ Nbrwegian. In the 2nd Preparatory Class is used ‘a larger book an Bible History so as. If} give the students a better idea til the way rilf find and the divine rearek atinn in its Sueressive development. Text hook and memes titan in nrwegiafi. 1n. the 3rd Prepareth Class the "religle Otis instruction is in English and as rent: bfiflk- is used the Explanation ml Luther’s catechism (English tfsn’sla’titm by Prof. Urseth). the idea being.- tu review this simple and yet pmfmmrl representatinn, at the way of. salvation and at the same time familiarise the students with the religi‘aus term: in the English laflguage; ' ' In the Greek Department, the religinus histructicin consists first in studying Bible History in English in‘ the 151‘. élass; Show less
