Introduction to the Theology of the Body
Body, love and person in the vision of John Paul II
An introductory pathway to understand the anthropological and biblical foundations of the Theology of the Body and rediscover embodiment within a unified vision of the person as a being of body and spirit.
Why choose this course
Rediscovering the meaning of the body
An integral vision of the person and love
John Paul II’s Theology of the Body offers an original key to understanding the human person, embodiment, love and the vocation to relationship.
The course introduces the main anthropological and biblical foundations of this perspective, helping to overcome a dualistic view that separates body and spirit and to rediscover the person as a unity.
Particular attention is given to spousal love, the redemption of the heart and the Theology of the Body understood as a true pedagogy of the body, deeply connected to the theology of the family.
Who it is for
This pathway is designed for you if…
You are an educator or trainer and wish to acquire a fuller understanding of the person, the body and affectivity.
You accompany couples and families and want to explore the anthropological and theological foundations of conjugal love.
You are a religious, priest or pastoral worker seeking tools to better understand the relationship between embodiment, love and spiritual life.
You wish to study the Catecheses on Human Love and understand their contribution to Christian reflection on the person and the family.
Course programme
A pathway in four units
Methodology
An independent, clear and progressive pathway
The course takes place entirely online in an asynchronous format. After enrolling, you will have three months to access the content and organise your studies at your own pace.
Recorded video lessons, selected materials and further resources gradually guide you towards an understanding of the topics. The quizzes in the different units allow you to check your learning throughout the pathway, while the final assessment verifies achievement of the intended objectives.
A flexible, self-directed format designed to offer independence while maintaining clarity, learning progression and academic quality.
The lecturer
Prof. Giorgia Brambilla
Certification and academic value
Upon completing the pathway
Earn 1 ECTS credit
After completing the four units and passing the final assessment, you will receive the official document provided for by the course, awarding 1 ECTS credit.
The pathway involves a total workload of approximately 25–30 hours, including video lessons, independent study, teaching materials and assessment activities.
Rediscover the body as the language of the person and love
Explore John Paul II’s Theology of the Body and acquire tools to understand embodiment, spousal love and the family within an integral vision of the person.
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