Module #1 Introduction to the Lombards Overview of the Lombard people, their origins, and their significance in European history
Module #2 The Pagan Origins of the Lombards Exploration of the Lombards pre-Christian religious beliefs and practices
Module #3 The Conversion of the Lombards to Christianity The historical context and events surrounding the Lombards adoption of Christianity
Module #4 Arianism and the Lombards The role of Arianism in Lombard Christianity and its implications for the development of Western Christianity
Module #5 The Catholic Church and the Lombards The relationship between the Catholic Church and the Lombard kingdom, including the role of the Pope and the Bishops
Module #6 The Lombard Kingdom and its Rulers Biographical sketches of notable Lombard rulers, including Alboin, Authari, and Liutprand
Module #7 The Role of Women in Lombard Society and Religion Exploration of the social and religious status of women in Lombard society, including queens and abbesses
Module #8 Lombard Art and Architecture Analysis of Lombard art and architecture, including the influence of Christianity on their cultural production
Module #9 The Lombard Code and Religious Law Examination of the Lombard Code, including its provisions related to religion and the role of the Church in Lombard law
Module #10 The Relationship between the Lombards and the Byzantine Empire Analysis of the politico-religious dynamics between the Lombards and the Byzantine Empire
Module #11 The Lombards and the Franks Examination of the complex relationship between the Lombards and the Franks, including their conflicts and alliances
Module #12 The Carolingian Renaissance and the Lombards The impact of the Carolingian Renaissance on Lombard culture, education, and religious practices
Module #13 The Legacy of the Lombards in the Middle Ages Assessment of the Lombards lasting impact on European history, including their contributions to art, architecture, and literature
Module #14 The Lombards and the Development of Western Monasticism The role of the Lombards in the development of Western monasticism, including the influence of Benedictine and Celtic monasticism
Module #15 Lombard Hagiography and the Cult of Saints Examination of Lombard hagiography, including the lives and legends of Lombard saints and their veneration
Module #16 The Lombards and the Papacy Analysis of the complex relationship between the Lombards and the Papacy, including the role of the Pope in Lombard politics and religion
Module #17 Lombard Theology and the Development of Western Christianity Assessment of the Lombards theological contributions to Western Christianity, including their debates and controversies
Module #18 The Lombards and the Iconoclastic Controversy Examination of the Lombards involvement in the Iconoclastic Controversy and its implications for Western Christianity
Module #19 The Decline and Fall of the Lombard Kingdom Analysis of the factors contributing to the decline and fall of the Lombard Kingdom, including internal conflicts and external pressures
Module #20 The Legacy of the Lombards in Modern Italy Exploration of the Lombards lasting impact on modern Italian culture, politics, and religion
Module #21 Archaeological Evidence for Lombard Religion and Culture Examination of archaeological finds related to Lombard religion and culture, including tombs, temples, and artifacts
Module #22 The Lombards in Historical Context Comparison of the Lombards with other medieval European kingdoms and empires, including the Franks, Anglo-Saxons, and Byzantines
Module #23 The Lombards and the Idea of a Barbarian Europe Analysis of the Lombards role in shaping the concept of a barbarian Europe, including their relationships with other non-Roman peoples
Module #24 The Lombards and the Development of National Identity Examination of the Lombards role in shaping national identities in Italy and beyond, including their legacy in modern nationalist movements
Module #25 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Religion and the Lombards career
